The 2025 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as Seattle Sounders lock horns with an impressive Vancouver Whitecaps in an important clash at BC Place on Sunday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders Preview
Seattle Sounders are in fourth place in the MLS Western Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate so far this season. The Sounders slumped to a narrow 3-2 defeat at the hands of Minnesota United in their previous game and will need to bounce back this weekend.
Vancouver Whitecaps, on the other hand, are at the top of the league table and have been exceptional over the past year. The Whitecaps slumped to a shock 5-0 defeat against Cruz Azul in the CONCACAF Champions Cup final last week and will need to bounce back in this fixture.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Seattle Sounders have a good historical record against Vancouver Whitecaps and have won 20 out of the 42 matches between the two teams, as opposed to Vancouver Whitecaps' 10 victories.
- Seattle Sounders have won their last two matches away from home against Vancouver Whitecaps and have scored six goals in their victories during this period.
- Vancouver Whitecaps are unbeaten in their last 10 matches in the regular season of MLS in a run dating back to March this year - their joint-longest such run in the history of the club.
- Seattle Sounders suffered only the second defeat in their last 10 matches in the regular season of MLS and have not lost consecutive league games since April 2024.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders Prediction
Vancouver Whitecaps have been excellent in MLS, but will be hurting from their defeat against Cruz Azul this week. Brian White has been prolific for the Whitecaps and will look to add to his goal tally in this match.
Seattle Sounders have also been impressive this season and have a good recent record at BC Place. Both teams are evenly matched and could play out a draw in this match.
Prediction: Vancouver Whitecaps 2-2 Seattle Sounders
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Vancouver Whitecaps to score first - Yes