Match Summary
Tacoma Defiance defeated Vancouver Whitecaps II 5:3. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by J. Castro 60′ (pen.), M. Clark 62′, J. Khoury 70′, Y. Tsukanome 74′, Y. Tsukanome 76′, Y. Tsukanome 88′, S. Gomez 90′, M. O'Neill 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Tacoma Defiance made 5 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps II made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Tacoma Defiance and Vancouver Whitecaps II — 8 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: G. Sandnes
assist: T. Sousa
assist: D. Robles
assist: J. Khoury
assist: M. Clark
Lineups
Tacoma Defiance lined up in a — formation under Wade Webber, while Vancouver Whitecaps II deployed a — under Ricardo Anthony Clark.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Tacoma Defiance is 6.83, compared to — for Vancouver Whitecaps II. 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. Tacoma Defiance's highest-rated starter is J. Khoury (7.14), while Vancouver Whitecaps II's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Tacoma Defiance have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by J. Khoury (3G). Vancouver Whitecaps II's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Tacoma Defiance field 11 midfielders averaging 6.83, versus Vancouver Whitecaps II's 11 rated —. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for Tacoma Defiance and —% for Vancouver Whitecaps II. 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
Tacoma Defiance's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Vancouver Whitecaps II. 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 Tacoma Defiance's starting XI is 21.3 (youngest: G. Sandnes (17), oldest: D. Robles (23)), while Vancouver Whitecaps II average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Tacoma Defiance's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Vancouver Whitecaps II. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Tacoma Defiance have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Vancouver Whitecaps II show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Tacoma Defiance
Vancouver Whitecaps II
Head to Head
Tacoma Defiance and Vancouver Whitecaps II have met 2 times — Tacoma Defiance won 0, Vancouver Whitecaps II won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Vancouver Whitecaps II leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (1 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Vancouver Whitecaps II
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026