What happened: Vancouver will be without eight first-team players during the September international window. The call-ups span seven national-team flags across CONCACAF, CONMEBOL, Europe and Africa.

Why it matters: The absences arrive during a congested September with back-to-back home matches at BC Place. A TELUS Canadian Championship semifinal is also on the horizon.

What to watch: Watch minutes logged abroad and return status ahead of Vancouver's next home match.