Enemy Scouting Report - Vancouver Whitecaps
(image via Vancouver Whitecaps FC)
The Houston Dynamo left Salt Lake City empty-handed after Ben Olsen’s team fell 1-0 to Real Salt Lake last weekend. It was a frustrating result in a tightly contested match, and now the Dynamo must quickly regroup as they prepare for a jam-packed week at home—beginning with a challenging midweek clash against a high-flying Vancouver Whitecaps side.
Vancouver has been one of the more balanced and disciplined teams in MLS so far in 2025. Known for their fluid attacking transitions and solid defensive shape, the Whitecaps thrive on organization, quick buildup play, and pressing opponents into mistakes. Their form has reflected that identity—they currently sit near the top of the Western Conference standings and have proven to be a tough team to break down.
Leading the charge for Vancouver is striker Ben White, who has emerged as a lethal finisher this season, already tallying 10 goals in regular season play. In midfield, Sebastian Berhalter is quietly developing into one of the more promising young American talents in MLS. His passing range and composure in tight spaces have helped stabilize the Whitecaps’ possession game. Meanwhile, 21-year-old right back Edier Ocampo has become a key piece of their back line, contributing both defensively and in the attack with overlapping runs and quality service from wide areas.
Vancouver Whitecaps Record: 11W-5D-5L
Results in the last 30 days:
June 14 - Columbus 2-1 Vancouver (MLS)
June 25 - Vancouver 3-5 San Diego FC (MLS)
June 29 - LAFC 0-1 Vancouver (MLS)
July 4 - LA Galaxy 3-0 Vancouver (MLS)
July 9 - Vancouver 2-1 Valour (Canadian Championship)
July 12 - Colorado 3-0 Vancouver (MLS)
Last Match Staring XI (from fotmob.com)
2025 Roster
Goalkeepers: Yohei Takaoka, Adrian Zendejas, Isaac Boehmer, Max Anchor
Defenders: Mathías Laborda, Sam Adekugbe, Ranko Veselinović, Belal Halbouni, Bjørn Inge Utvik, Édier Ocampo, Giuseppe Bovalina, Tate Johnson, Tristan Blackmon
Midfielders: Ralph Priso, Sebastian Berhalter, Andrés Cubas, Ali Ahmed, Ryan Gauld, J.C. Ngando, Pedro Vite, Jeevan Badwal
Forwards: Jayden Nelson, Emmanuel Sabbi, Daniel Ríos, Brian White, Nelson Pierre, Nicolas Fleuriau Chateau
Can Houston bounce back with a much-needed win at home, or will Vancouver’s precision and balance prove too much to handle?
