Jeevan Badwal
VAN
Right Winger
Center Midfielder
Half-Space Orchestrator
Mar 11, 2006 (20)
5'10"
163 lb
Should be option Saturday
Badwal (hamstring) is available for the weekend trip to Colorado after overcoming his injury, Har Journalist of Canadian Soccer Daily reports.
Analysis: Badwal will give his team a boost in terms of midfield and offensive skill in central positions. The versatile player was sidelined for one month due to his fitness issue, and teammates such as Ryan Gauld and Oliver Larraz saw an increase in playing time during that period. Badwal's return is likely to come in form of a substitute outing, but he could challenge those midfielders for starts in the future if he performs well.
Not traveling
Badwal (hamstring) isn't traveling to start Vancouver's road trip, per Har Journalist.
Analysis: Badwal won't be part of the traveling squad for Vancouver's road trip. He's struggling with a hamstring injury and is expected to miss the next two matches and potentially more. The midfielder could return as soon as an Oct. 24 clash with Colorado if he recovers well.
Training away from group
Badwal (hamstring) was training away from the group Thursday and is not expected to be available against LAFC on Saturday, according to Har Johal of The Daily Hive.
Analysis: Badwal wasn't an option for Tuesday's game against Chicago due to a hamstring injury, and the fact that he's yet to resume training ahead of Saturday's clash against LAFC limits his chances of playing considerably. Badwal has started 16 of his 21 MLS appearances this season, recording one goal and two assists, so not having him in midfield would be a huge loss against one of the best offensive teams in the Western Conference.
Ruled out for Tuesday
Badwal (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's match against the Fire.
Analysis: Badwal was considered doubtful since he's working his way back from a hamstring injury, but the midfielder won't be an option Tuesday. His next chance to play will come against LAFC on Saturday, Oct. 10. Losing Badwal is huge for the Whitecaps, as he's been a regular starter in midfield -- he's cracked the XI in 16 of his 21 league appearances in 2026.
Doubtful for Chicago trip
Badwal (hamstring) was limited to gym work Friday and is doubtful for Tuesday's trip to Chicago, according to head coach Jesper Sorensen per Har Journalist. "For Chicago I think it's doubtful. Let's see if he can make it for LAFC, but we'll see."
Analysis: Badwal remains limited to gym work more than a week after leaving the Canada camp with an undisclosed injury, and he will need to return to the pitch with his team-mates before he is a realistic option for Tuesday's match at Chicago. He has started 16 of his 21 MLS appearances this season, recording one goal and two assists.
Ends international duty due to injury
Badwal is back in Vancouver and has left the Canadian camp due to a minor injury, according to Vivek Jacob of Yahoo Canada.
Analysis: Badwal is not with Team Canada anymore as they prepare for the international break, as the midfielder suffered a minor injury that has required him to return to his club. Not much more is known of his status as he heads back to his club, hoping that the minor injury tag sticks and he can make a quick return. He has started in 16 of his 21 appearances, a piece Vancouver needs as they try to hold their top spot in the Western Conference.
Summoned by Canada
Badwal has been called up by Canada for the upcoming international break between September and October.
Analysis: Badwal has earned a starting role in midfield for the Whitecaps in 2026, cracking the XI in all but five of his 21 regular-season appearances in the current MLS campaign. The 20-year-old midfielder has earned one cap for Canada, and he's one of the program's brightest prospects. However, as a regular starter for Vancouver, he's slated to miss the matches against D.C. United and Chicago Fire on Sept. 26 and Oct. 6, respectively, with an eye toward returning against LAFC on Oct. 10.
Fit from bench
Badwal (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Austin.
Analysis: Badwal is back as an option for the club after his absence due to a hamstring injury, with the midfielder available from the bench. This is a major return for the club as they try to remain at the top of the Western Conference, earning back a starter. That said, he has one goal and two assists in 19 appearances (15 starts).
Back on injury list
Badwal is out for the time being due to a hamstring injury, according to the MLS injury report.
Analysis: Vancouver's injury list continues to grow, as Badwal returns to the sideline due to a hamstring injury, adding another absence to a club that has been dealing with multiple players unavailable at various points all season. He's been a useful midfielder for the Whitecaps, and his absence this week affects their attacking width. With Badwal out, Oliver Larraz will look to return to a starting role.
Will be available Saturday
Badwal (concussion) has returned to training after recovering from his injury and dealing with a personal issue, as coach Jesper Sorensen stated Wednesday "Jeevan unfortunately has a personal issue that keeps him out today. He's good to go, he will be ready for the game this weekend", according to the club.
Analysis: Badwal is expected to bounce back to action soon after being left out of two league contests due to concussion protocol. He was previously enjoying regular playing time, covering different attacking midfield roles over the last few months. With one goal and two assists over the 2026 MLS season, Badwal could give the Whitecaps an interesting offensive weapon to use in the rotation with Emmanuel Sabbi, Thomas Muller and Ryan Gauld at some point in upcoming weeks.
Forced off with concussion Sunday
Badwal left the field under a concussion substitution during Sunday's duel against Seattle Sounders, according to Har Journalist of Canadian Soccer Daily.
Analysis: Badwal was replaced by Rayan Elloumi after only 18 minutes of the weekend match, making his status a worrying problem for the Whitecaps. The attacking midfielder had scored two goals and one assist over his previous five matches played in all competitions, and losing him for upcoming contests would further complicate things for a team that is without Bruno Caicedo (quadriceps), Kwasi Poku (hamstring) and Brian White (hamstring) among offensive options.
Goal and assist in top display
Badwal scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and three chances created in Wednesday's 4-3 defeat to FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: Badwal built on his first goal contribution from his last outing by adding two more, registering another assist and his first goal of the season in an impressive display. The midfielder started on the right flank but has shown his value by covering different positions across midfield in recent games, and having now started six consecutive games he has been a consistent presence, taking five shots and creating six chances across that run.
Registers first goal contribution
Badwal assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus San Diego FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.
Analysis: Badwal made his fifth consecutive start and finally registered his first goal contribution of the season, assisting Brian White's second goal. The midfielder also put in a solid defensive shift with three tackles and two interceptions, bringing his totals across his last three games to five tackles and five interceptions, while also drawing at least two fouls in each of his last five appearances.
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