MLS: Vancouver vs. Sporting KC Picks — Whitecaps to Extend Unbeaten Run? (Jul 26)

The Vancouver Whitecaps will be aiming to strengthen their hold on a Western Conference playoff spot this weekend when they host Sporting Kansas City.

Vancouver come into this round of matches having avoided defeat in their previous two in the MLS, but they have recorded just a single victory across their last four matches in the competition.

Sporting KC played out a 1-1 draw in their latest clash against New York City. That result means that they have now avoided defeat in four of their last five matches in the MLS.

Vancouver vs. Sporting KC Overview

Odds

Vancouver vs. Sporting KC Head-to-Head Record

Vancouver have recorded victories in their last two matches against Sporting KC. Their latest success against their opponents was recorded in July 2024, as they landed a 2-1 home victory. Sporting KC have won just one of their last six head-to-head clashes with the Whitecaps.

Vancouver Whitecaps Team News

Vancouver will be without the injured Ryan Gauld this weekend due to a knee issue. Brian White should be fit enough to start after starring for the MLS All-Stars in midweek.

Possible Lineup

Y. Takaoka (GK); E. Ocampo, B. Utvik, R. Veselinovic, M. Laborda, A. Cubas, S. Berhalter, E. Sabbi, J. Badwal, J. Nelson, B. White

Sporting KC Team News

The in-form visitors will have no fresh injury concerns ahead of this weekend, meaning that Kerry Zavagnin will have a fully fit squad available.

Possible Lineup

J. Pulskamp (GK); A. Brody, J. Miller, J. Fernandez, L. Ndenbe, M. Garcia, J. Bartlett, N. Radoja, D. Salloi, D. Joveljic, M. Suleymanov

Vancouver vs. Sporting KC Picks

Sporting KC’s recent form gives them a fighting chance of upsetting the odds in Canada this weekend.

However, it is incredibly challenging to overlook the hosts, who have been excellent at BC Place throughout 2025. Vancouver have won 60% of their home matches, and have netted an eye-catching 2.2 goals per game.