ICYMI: A shock sacking at West Brom and Champions Cup success highlight the midweek slate

While the massive 39-match weekend provided plenty of fireworks, the midweek slate delivered a massive shockwave across the pond. The biggest headline from the past few days is the abrupt departure of former Loons head coach Eric Ramsay, who was dismissed by West Bromwich Albion following a 1-1 draw on Tuesday that ended his frustrating 44-day managerial tenure.

But it certainly wasn’t all bad news for our former players. Over in the Concacaf Champions Cup, Aziel Jackson made a crucial midweek appearance to help the Vancouver Whitecaps punch their ticket to the next round. Meanwhile, veterans Damion Lowe and Darwin Quintero both put in solid shifts to help their respective clubs lock down decisive victories in domestic play.

Here is your complete rundown of the midweek action from Tuesday to Thursday.

Tuesday, Feb. 24

  • Eric Ramsay (West Bromwich Albion 1, Charlton Athletic 1): Ramsay’s tenure as head coach came to an abrupt end following a 1-1 home draw against Charlton Athletic on Tuesday. Despite taking a lead into halftime, the Baggies conceded a 70th-minute equalizer, extending the squad’s winless streak to nine matches and prompting the club to dismiss Ramsay just 44 days into his contract.

Wednesday, Feb. 25

  • Aziel Jackson (Vancouver Whitecaps 2, C.S. Cartaginés 0): Jackson entered the match as a second-half substitute in the 62nd minute, recording a late shot on goal and helping the Whitecaps secure a 2–0 victory to advance to the next round of the Concacaf Champions Cup.

Thursday, Feb. 26

  • Damion Lowe (Persita 0, Dewa United 1): Lowe earned the start on the backline for Dewa United, picking up a yellow card in the 38th minute while helping his squad lock down a clean sheet and secure a 1–0 road victory.
  • Darwin Quintero (Millonarios 5, Deportivo Pereira 1): Quintero entered the match as a second-half substitute in the 72nd minute, creating a few late chances and helping Millonarios comfortably close out a dominant 5–1 blowout victory at home.