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Vancouver Whitecaps vs Austin

BC Place, Vancouver13 April 2025 at 00:30
Referee: Victor Rivas

Match Events

Vancouver Whitecaps
Austin
Kick Off
Half Time
E. Sabbi

assist: P. Vite

47′
R. Priso-MbongueS. Berhalter
59′
B. White

assist: R. Veselinovic

59′
P. ViteJ. Ngando
60′
E. SabbiA. Ahmed
66′
E. OcampoG. Bovalina
66′
66′
O. WolffZ. Kolmanic
66′
O. BukariJ. Obrian
66′
J. CascanteO. Svatok
66′
B. SabovicN. Dubersarsky
A. CubasJ. Badwal
80′
82′
B. VazquezC. Fodrey
90′
D. Pereira

assist: J. Gallagher

Full Time

Match Statistics

11Shots on Goal4
10Shots off Goal6
27Total Shots11
6Blocked Shots1
22Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox6
12Fouls10
4Corner Kicks5
1Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves6
474Total passes428
422Passes accurate371
89%Passes %87%
4.76expected_goals0.88
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Vancouver Whitecaps is 6.96, compared to 6.72 for Austin. 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 R. Priso-Mbongue (7.32), while Austin's best-rated player is B. Stuver (7.38).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Vancouver Whitecaps have contributed 12 goals and 4 assists this season, led by B. White (8G). Austin's starters account for 7 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Uzuni (5G). 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 6.88 on average, against Austin's 4-man backline averaging 6.59. 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 3 midfielders averaging 7.21, versus Austin's 4 rated 6.63. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.86, compared to 2 for Austin averaging 6.71. 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 84% for Vancouver Whitecaps and 84% for Austin. 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 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Austin. 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 26.1 (youngest: T. Johnson (20), oldest: Y. Takaoka (29)), while Austin average 27.8 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: B. Stuver (34)). 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 10 for Austin. 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 Whitecaps4-3-34-4-2Austin
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Takaoka18Ocampo33Blackmon4Veselin.28Johnson20Cubas13Priso-M.45Vite14Rios24White11Sabbi1Stuver17Gallagh.18Cascante4Hines-I.29Biro33Wolff8Pereira14Sabovic11Bukari10Uzuni9Vazquez

Substitutes

Coach: Jesper Ingemann Sørensen

Substitutes

Coach: Nicolás Estévez Martínez

Vancouver WhitecapsPosition StrengthAustin
6.96
Avg Rating
6.72
6.95Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.38
0G 1A0G 0A
6.88Defender (4 v 4)6.59
2G 0A2G 2A
7.21Midfielder (3 v 4)6.63
0G 1A0G 1A
6.86Forward (3 v 2)6.71
10G 2A5G 0A
Vancouver Whitecaps4-3-3
1GoalkeeperY. Takaoka7.01A
18DefenderE. Ocampo7.01G
33DefenderT. Blackmon7.11G
4DefenderR. Veselinovic6.4
28DefenderT. Johnson7.0
20MidfielderA. Cubas7.11A
13MidfielderR. Priso-Mbongue7.3
45MidfielderP. Vite
14ForwardD. Rios
24ForwardB. White6.98G
11ForwardE. Sabbi6.82G2A
Austin4-4-2
1GoalkeeperB. Stuver7.4
17DefenderJ. Gallagher6.41A
18DefenderJ. Cascante
4DefenderB. Hines-Ike6.91G
29DefenderGuilherme Biro6.51G1A
33MidfielderO. Wolff6.6
8MidfielderD. Pereira6.91A
14MidfielderB. Sabovic6.4
11MidfielderO. Bukari
10ForwardM. Uzuni6.95G
9ForwardB. Vazquez6.5

Match Summary

Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Austin 5:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. White 13′, B. White 38′, E. Sabbi 47′, B. White 59′, B. White 83′, D. Pereira 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Vancouver Whitecaps had 52% possession while Austin held 48%. Vancouver Whitecaps had 27 shots (11 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Austin. Expected goals: Vancouver Whitecaps 4.76 — Austin 0.88. Vancouver Whitecaps made 5 substitutions, Austin made 5.

Rivalry since 2021

Vancouver Whitecaps vs Austin Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Vancouver Whitecaps
5
wins
Drawn
3
Austin
1
wins
Total goals
15 · 1.7/match
Both scored
3/9 · 33%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

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API data: 11 May 2026