The Rayados-Whitecaps match couldn't be played at Estadio BBVA because of a Shakira concert held at the stadium

After falling short of reaching the final in the previous edition, losing decisively to Columbus Crew, the Monterrey management decided to top off a highly attractive project made up of great European football players, such as Sergio Canales, Lucas Ocampos, and ‘ Tecatito ’ Corona, with the addition of Sergio Ramos.

Real Madrid icon Sergio Ramos’ hopes of landing a major continental title in North America have been ruined by pop legend Shakira.

The stage is set for a high-stakes encounter as Monterrey travels to Canada to take on the Vancouver Whitecaps in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16. However, one glaring omission from the Monterrey squad has caught everyone’s attention: Sergio Ramos will not be on the pitch.

Today's match will have to be played in another city since Shakira will be holding a concert at Estadio BBVA.THE BIGGER PICTUREDespite being a defender, Sergio Ramos is known for his great goal-scoring ability and his instinct in the box.

The Vancouver Whitecaps toppled a giant on Wednesday. Going up against Spanish superstar Sergio Ramos and his CF Monterrey teammates in a hostile Mexican stadium, the ‘Caps knew they were in for a tough test.

Second-half goals from Edier Ocampo and Brian White led the Whitecaps to a 2-2 draw with Monterrey on Wednesday in Torreon, Mexico, as Vancouver won the teams' CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 match.