Yohei Takaoka
VAN
Goalkeeper
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Mar 16, 1996 (30)
Right
6'1"
176 lb
Concedes one in win
Takaoka had four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against Austin FC.
Analysis: Takaoka was called into action on several occasions, making four saves including a diving stop as Vancouver held on for the result. The goal he conceded came from Marcelino Uzuni intercepting a backpass before finishing tidily, leaving him with little he could have done. His 68.2 save percentage and 12 clean sheets across 29 matches this season reflect one of the stronger individual campaigns among MLS goalkeepers, and with 91 shots faced, the defense in front of him has given him a significant workload. His next fixture against Colorado, who sit ninth in the Western Conference, presents a favorable opportunity to add to his clean sheet tally.
Three saves in clean sheet
Takaoka kept a clean sheet while making three saves during Wednesday's 0-0 draw with St. Louis.
Analysis: Takaoka helped Vancouver to a point by shutting out St. Louis on Wednesday. The clean sheet was the first since September 20th as the keeper has allowed four goals while combining for nine saves over his last three starts. Vancouver head to Austin on Saturday.
Three saves in draw
Takaoka made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Takaoka made three saves while allowing one goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw at LAFC, helping Vancouver earn a point despite playing with 10 men from the seventh minute. He produced two major first-half stops, first pushing away Son Heung-Min's free kick before denying the Korean again from point-blank range on a volley. Takaoka was eventually beaten by Denis Bouanga's header immediately after halftime, but he remained composed under sustained pressure and helped Vancouver clinch a playoff berth.
Three saves in loss
Takaoka registered three saves and allowed three goals in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Chicago Fire.
Analysis: Takaoka had a day to forget during Tuesday's loss. He stopped three of the six shots he faced during the clash and really didn't have his best performance. The team in front of him didn't do him any favors, but individually he simply wasn't up to his best, a disappointing showing before a clash with LAFC.
Four saves for draw
Takaoka registered four saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus D.C. United.
Analysis: Takaoka didn't cover himself in glory during Saturday's draw. He stopped four of the seven shots he faced and came away with a point. The team in front of him gave him three goals to work with and it still wasn't enough for all three points. Takoaka has the break to get over this match and get back to his best.
Three saves in clean sheet win
Takaoka registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Real Salt Lake.
Analysis: Takaoka kept his 11th clean sheet in 24 games as he prevented Real Salt Lake from scoring. Only Brian Schwake and Hugo Lloris have kept more clean sheets this season. The keeper has kept four clean sheets in his last six games.
Concedes two without a save
Takaoka made no saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Austin FC.
Analysis: Takaoka conceded twice as Vancouver lost 2-1 to Austin. This is the fifth game this season that he hasn't made a save, although this is the second time that he has conceded while not making a save. This year he has 10 clean sheets from 23 games.
Keeps a clean sheet
Takaoka registered five saves and allowed zero goals in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Takaoka made five saves in a strong effort to keep a clean sheet for the top team in the Western Conference. He will be confident going into a matchup with an Austin FC side which does have 30 goals in 24 MLS games but has trouble stopping opponents from scoring.
Makes three saves in loss
Takaoka recorded three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss against St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Takaoka made three or more saves for the sixth time in the season, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The goalkeeper has nine clean sheets over 18 starts so far, though. He will now look to bounce back against the LA Galaxy on Wednesday.
Clean sheet in 3-0 win
Takaoka made no saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win over Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Takaoka wasn't required to make a save as Vancouver went on to win 3-0 against Sporting KC. This is the third clean sheet he has kept in four games and on two of those occasions, he hasn't been required to make a save.
Doesn't see much action
Takaoka had one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 5-0 victory over FC Dallas.
Analysis: Vancouver was able to keep its attack humming, so Takaoka didn't see much in this match and made one save. He should have another relatively quiet day against Sporting KC, a team which has only managed 19 goals in MLS games this season.
Beaten once Wednesday
Takaoka allowed a goal while making three saves during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Houston.
Analysis: Takaoka allowed the lone goal of the match in the 34th minute as Vancouver dropped all three points Wednesday. The keeper has allowed two goals while combining for three saves and keeping a clean sheet over his last three starts. Takaoka and the Whitecaps take on Dallas at home Saturday.
Beaten once in tie
Takaoka recorded no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Takaoka was beaten by Son Heung-Min's composed finish in the 37th minute as LAFC grabbed a surprise lead against the run of play at BC Place, despite Vancouver dominating the attacking numbers with 20 shots to LAFC's five over the full 90 minutes. He finished without a save as LAFC generated just one shot on target, while the decisive moment at the other end came from Thomas Muller's penalty. Takaoka will look to get back on track with a clean sheet when Vancouver returns to MLS action against Seattle on Aug. 16.
Shuts out Minnesota
Takaoka kept a clean sheet while making three saves during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Minnesota.
Analysis: Takaoka earned a point for his side by blanking Minnesota during Saturday's contest. The clean sheet was the first since April for the keeper as he's allowed four goals while combining for five saves over his first two starts since the return from the World Cup. Takaoka and company take on LAFC at home Saturday.
Heavy defeat on return
Takaoka recorded two saves and allowed four goals in Wednesday's 4-3 defeat against FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: Takaoka returned from suspension but was unable to make a positive impact, enduring his heaviest defeat in the league this season as he conceded four goals and managed just two saves throughout. The goalkeeper has struggled badly in a run of consecutive away games, shipping nine goals across that stretch, and another test on the road awaits on Saturday against Minnesota United.
No longer suspended
Takaoka has served his one-match suspension and will return to face Chicago Fire on July 16 following the World Cup break.
Analysis: Takaoka had been forced to sit out the San Diego fixture after receiving a red card in the 64th minute of last week's loss to Houston Dynamo, with Isaac Boehmer covering between the posts in his absence. The goalkeeper is expected to regain his starting role against Chicago Fire once MLS action resumes after the tournament.
Shown red card against Houston
Takaoka made three saves but earned a red card during the 64th minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Takaoka was sent off after committing a foul just outside his penalty area, leaving his team at a disadvantage for the rest of the match. He'll miss the next visit to San Diego through suspension, with Isaac Boehmer available to fill the void in the starting lineup. Once he has served his ban, Takaoka should regain his spot for a week 16 clash against Chicago Fire.
Makes one save in 3-2 win
Takaoka made one save and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 3-2 victory versus FC Dallas.
Analysis: Takaoka made one save as he helped his side to a 3-2 win over FC Dallas. He has kept five clean sheets in 12 games so far this year, but hasn't kept one in the last four matches. This was just the second time this year that he has conceded more than one goal.
Two saves in draw
Takaoka made two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Takaoka repelled two of three San Jose shots on goal Saturday and made two clearances as Vancouver earned a 1-1 road draw. Across 11 starting appearances, the veteran keeper has recorded five clean sheets and conceded more than one goal just once. Takaoka will look to continue his strong run of form Wednesday when Vancouver travels to face Dallas.
Makes one save in draw
Takaoka registered one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Takaoka wasn't really tested ande just one or less saves for the fifth time in nine starts. The goalkeeper conceded once and still has five clean sheets over that span. He will now look to keep things rolling at San Jose on Saturday.
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