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Vancouver Whitecaps vs St Louis City

BC Place, Vancouver24 August 2025 at 02:30
Referee: Fotis Bazakos

Match Events

Vancouver Whitecaps
St. Louis City
Kick Off
14′
E. Lowen

assist: C. Wallem

B. White

Penalty

45′
Half Time
57′
T. OstrakM. Joyner
J. NelsonA. Ahmed
62′
65′
C. DurkinA. Morales
65′
D. PadelfordJ. Orozco
73′
Joao Klauss

assist: S. Jeong

B. WhiteD. Rios
77′
A. CubasK. G. Cabrera Nakamura
77′
D. Rios

assist: S. Berhalter

79′
83′
S. JeongS. Becher
83′
Joao KlaussC. Pompeu
E. SabbiR. Priso-Mbongue
86′
E. OcampoT. Johnson
86′
Penalty confirmed90+11′
VAR
T. Muller

Penalty

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal4
12Shots off Goal4
22Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots3
20Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls12
11Corner Kicks1
1Offsides1
60%Ball Possession40%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
528Total passes369
463Passes accurate288
88%Passes %78%
4.45expected_goals1.27
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Vancouver Whitecaps is 7.20, compared to 6.95 for St. Louis City. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Vancouver Whitecaps's highest-rated starter is S. Berhalter (7.84), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is M. Hartel (7.47).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Vancouver Whitecaps have contributed 23 goals and 11 assists this season, led by B. White (8G). St. Louis City's starters account for 7 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Hartel (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Vancouver Whitecaps deploy 4 defenders rated 7.12 on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging 6.61. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Vancouver Whitecaps field 5 midfielders averaging 7.34, versus St. Louis City's 5 rated 7.11. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Vancouver Whitecaps start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.01, compared to 1 for St. Louis City averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Vancouver Whitecaps and 84% for St. Louis City. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Vancouver Whitecaps's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for St. Louis City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Vancouver Whitecaps's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: E. Ocampo (22), oldest: T. Muller (36)), while St. Louis City average 27.7 (youngest: S. Jeong (23), oldest: R. Burki (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Vancouver Whitecaps's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for St. Louis City. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Vancouver Whitecaps4-2-3-14-2-3-1St. Louis City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Takaoka18Ocampo12Halbouni33Blackmon2Laborda16Berhalt.20Cubas11Sabbi13Muller7Nelson24White1Burki6Wallem5Kessler32Baumgar.2Padelfo.10Lowen8Durkin77Jeong7Ostrak17Hartel9Klauss

Substitutes

Coach: Jesper Ingemann Sørensen

Substitutes

Coach: David Critchley

Vancouver WhitecapsPosition StrengthSt. Louis City
7.20
Avg Rating
6.95
7.05Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.04
0G 1A0G 0A
7.12Defender (4 v 4)6.61
5G 2A1G 0A
7.34Midfielder (5 v 5)7.11
10G 8A6G 1A
7.01Forward (1 v 1)
8G 0A0G 0A
Vancouver Whitecaps4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperY. Takaoka7.01A
18DefenderE. Ocampo7.01G
12DefenderB. Halbouni
33DefenderT. Blackmon7.21G
2DefenderM. Laborda7.13G2A
16MidfielderS. Berhalter7.84G4A
20MidfielderA. Cubas7.21A
11MidfielderE. Sabbi6.92G2A
13MidfielderT. Muller7.44G1A
7MidfielderJ. Nelson
24ForwardB. White7.08G
St. Louis City4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperR. Burki7.0
6DefenderC. Wallem6.5
5DefenderH. Kessler
32DefenderT. Baumgartl6.71G
2DefenderD. Padelford
10MidfielderE. Lowen7.01G
8MidfielderC. Durkin7.01G
77MidfielderS. Jeong6.91G
7MidfielderT. Ostrak
17MidfielderM. Hartel7.53G1A
9ForwardJoao Klauss

Match Summary

Vancouver Whitecaps defeated St. Louis City 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by E. Lowen 14′, B. White 45′ (pen.), Joao Klauss 73′, D. Rios 79′, T. Muller 90′ (pen.). 1 yellow card was shown. Vancouver Whitecaps had 60% possession while St. Louis City held 40%. Vancouver Whitecaps had 22 shots (7 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Vancouver Whitecaps 4.45 — St. Louis City 1.27. Vancouver Whitecaps made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Mathías Laborda 90′).

Rivalry since 2023

Vancouver Whitecaps vs St. Louis City Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Vancouver Whitecaps
3
wins
Drawn
2
St. Louis City
1
wins
Total goals
19 · 3.2/match
Both scored
3/6 · 50%
Over 2.5
4/6 · 67%

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