In the opening match of the Major League Soccer (MLS) season, Thomas Müller played a pivotal role in securing a narrow 1-0 victory for the Vancouver Canucks against Real Salt Lake. Müller, who is on a mission to win the championship, highlighted the match as a 'hard-fought victory.' His commendation went to Aziel Jackson, who scored the only goal of the game in the 53rd minute, earning him the 'Man of the Match' title. This win is significant for the Canucks, who finished as finalists last season and are looking to build on their previous success.

On the other side of the league, Timo Werner, the former German national player, is yet to make his MLS debut as he was absent for the San Jose Earthquakes in their 3-0 win over Sporting Kansas City. Werner recently made a transfer from RB Leipzig to the Earthquakes, and fans are eager to see how he will adapt to the North American league. His absence from the squad indicates he may still be acclimatizing or facing bureaucratic delays, but there is a keen anticipation for his first appearance.

The contrasting fortunes of Müller and Werner in this opening week of the MLS season highlight the differing trajectories of these two players as they embark on their new challenges. While Müller has already established himself as a crucial part of his team's strategy, Werner's delay presents both challenges and opportunities as he prepares to join his new team and make his impact known on the field.