Daily Links: Four MLS teams advance to quarterfinals of Concacaf Champions League

Cristián Gutiérrez acquired off waivers by Toronto FC
The 26-year-old native of Greenfield Quebec joins Toronto FC after spending the past three seasons (2020-2023) with Vancouver Whitecaps FC. With the Whitecaps, Gutiérrez appeared in 44 matches across all competitions (MLS regular season, MLS is Back and Canadian Championship).

Concacaf News

Vancouver advance despite Real Espana win via Montes brace
With the result, the Whitecaps advance to the final eight of the tournament courtesy of a 7-3 victory on aggregate.

Tigres fend off late Orlando City surge to book QF spot
Tigres UANL fended off a late surge from Orlando City to book their place in the 2023 Concacaf Champions League quarterfinals with a 1-1 draw in the Round of 16 second leg on Wednesday night at Orlando’s Exploria Stadium.

LAFC overcome valiant Alajuelense effort to reach next round
Despite the defeat, LAFC emerged winners on aggregate, 4-2, and will meet fellow MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps in the quarterfinal round.

USMNT Nations League roster released
13 of the players who make the roster were on the roster for the 2022 World Cup. That includes Christian Pulisic, who recently returned to action after an injury layoff. Tyler Adams, who captained the team during the World Cup, was left off the roster after he picked up an injury in training for Leeds United yesterday.

USL enters new era of developing the next generation of U.S., Mexico talent
Beginning its 13th season last Saturday, the 24-team competition boasts highly promising talent, national team representation across countless clubs, structural growth through team expansions, and most famously in 2022, stunning results against more prominent opponents in the U.S. Open Cup.