Event Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 10:30 PM EDT
- Venue: BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
- Competition: MLS
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United | Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 10:30 PM EDT |
| Vancouver Whitecaps odds | +119 |
| Minnesota United odds | +221 |
| Draw | +252 |
| Over/Under 2.5 | -123/+100 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United Preview and Team News
Vancouver Whitecaps Team News
It has been a reliable start to the 2025 MLS season for the Vancouver Whitecaps, as they sit top of the Western Conference standings after winning nine of their opening 14 matches. They have been excellent at both ends of the field after adopting a 4-3-3 formation, but they have encountered issues in recent games after playing out three draws in their previous four.
COMEBACK COMPLETE.
Next match, ‘Caps battle Minnesota on Wednesday, May 28 at @BCPlace! 🎟️ https://t.co/beWOowNfVs#VWFC x @BMO pic.twitter.com/a8zimvNMMf
— Vancouver Whitecaps FC (@WhitecapsFC) May 25, 2025
A rare blip on their home record was inflicted as they could only play out a 2-2 draw against LAFC. Despite that draw, the Whitecaps have still won 71% of their matches at BC Place this season. Furthermore, they have scored 2.29 goals per game, outperforming their xG of 1.96.
Jesper Sørensen only has one injury concern for the match this week, as Ryan Gauld has been ruled out due to a knee injury. However, top-scorer Brian White should be fit enough to start.
Vancouver Whitecaps predicted lineup vs Minnesota United (4-3-3): Takaoka; Ocampo, Blackmon, Utvik, Adekugbe; Vite, Priso, Berhalter; Ahmed, White, Nelson.
Minnesota United Team News
Eric Ramsey has overseen a positive start to the season for Minnesota this term. United sit third in the MLS standings after winning seven of their opening 15 matches. However, a return to form will be required this week after they could only manage a home draw against Austin over the weekend.
It would be a minor concern that they have given up a high number of chances in their MLS matches this season, allowing 0.93 goals from a lofty xGA of 1.54. However, they have already shown that they have the ability in the final third after failing to score in just 27% of their matches.
Ramsey will have no injury concerns this weekend, but he could opt to rotate his team after looking fatigued in the weekend’s draw against Austin.
Minnesota United predicted lineup vs Vancouver Whitecaps (3-4-2-1): Clair; Diaz, Boxall, Romero; Gressel, Trapp, Rosales, Yeboah; Lod, Pereyra; Oluwaseyi.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United Prediction
- Pick: Vancouver Whitecaps
- Odds: +119 (20Bet)
- Score prediction: Vancouver Whitecaps 2-0 Minnesota United
This is an interesting fixture between two of the leading lights in the Western Conference. However, it could be challenging to overlook the hosts when making a Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United prediction.
Vancouver have won 71% of their home matches this season, and they have scored an average of 2.29 goals per game. That excellent attacking output catches the eye against their defensive-minded opponents.
Minnesota’s main issues so far this season have come on the road, as they have failed to score in 43% of their away matches. Therefore, a home win makes the most appeal from a betting perspective.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
- Odds: +100 (20Bet)
Minnesota United’s defensive approach means that this should be a low-scoring affair. They have kept clean sheets in 43% of their matches this season, and they have averaged just 2.29 goals per game on the road.
Vancouver remain the preference, and their defensive solidity is indicated after keeping clean sheets in 43% of their matches. All the trends point toward a low-scoring affair between two of the standout teams in the Western Conference.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Minnesota United Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- Apple TV (USA)
- Apple TV (Canada)
Disclaimer: The content provided on this page, including all soccer predictions, odds, and related information, is for entertainment and informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy and timeliness, we do not guarantee the correctness or reliability of any predictions, data, or information presented here.
