VANCOUVER, BC - Vancouver Whitecaps FC confirmed on Tuesday that Yordy Reyna has been called up to the Peruvian national team as the CONMEBOL side aims to clinch a spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
This marks Reyna's first call-up since 2015 as he has impressed in his first season with Whitecaps FC, recording five goals, all game-winners, and three assists in 16 appearances in MLS action. Reyna will miss Saturday's visit to New York Red Bulls (2 p.m. PT on TSN1 and TSN 1410 radio) before returning to Vancouver ahead of their October 15 home match against San Jose Earthquakes.