Sebastian Berhalter put Vancouver ahead in the 33rd minute but the Mexican club responded with goals from Guillermo Martinez in the 37th and Ignacio Pussetto in the 88th to take a 2-1 lead. Blackmon sealed the semifinal spot three minutes into stoppage time as the Whitecaps advanced on away goals.

Against Pumas and Monterrey, the Whitecaps were able to control possession and game flow, and have been able to rely on a deep bench, allowing them to continue thriving despite missing DP attacker and 2023 MLS MVP candidate Ryan Gauld, as well as starting left back Sam Adekugbe due to injury.