Austin FC’s defense shined again Saturday night. Under pressure most of the second half, the Verde & Black backline made plays when it needed to and was solid for the full 90 minutes as Austin FC took a point on the road with a 0-0 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place.

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Though Vancouver is technically third in the West with 17 points, it has the highest points per game in the conference having played one less match than the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake, who have 18 points. It also is tied for best goal differential at plus-8 with the Galaxy.

Brad Stuver made seven saves and recorded his third consecutive shutout as Austin FC played the host Vancouver Whitecaps to a scoreless tie on Saturday night.

On a night of celebration, the Vancouver Whitecaps endured their fair share of challenges as they played to a 0-0 draw against Austin FC on Saturday at BC Place.