Minnesota United vs Vancouver Whitecaps

Current streaks

Recent form

Minnesota United

Minnesota United have shown impressive resilience in their recent form, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches with two wins and four draws. Their current streak of eight games without a defeat is particularly noteworthy. The Loons have demonstrated solid defensive capabilities, keeping three clean sheets in their last six outings, including back-to-back shutouts against Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas. While their attack has been consistent, averaging 1.5 goals per game, their 3-3 draw against Sporting Kansas City stands out as a high-scoring affair. Minnesota's ability to avoid losses has propelled them to third position in the league table, accumulating 16 points from 9 games. Their balanced goal-scoring record, with an even split between matches going over and under 2.5 goals, suggests a team capable of adapting to different game scenarios.

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown impressive form recently, maintaining an unbeaten run of six matches across all competitions. The Whitecaps have been particularly strong defensively, keeping three clean sheets and conceding only 0.67 goals per game in their last six outings. Their attacking prowess was on full display in their most recent Major League Soccer fixture, where they thrashed Austin FC 5-1, contributing significantly to their goal difference of +6. Despite drawing four of their last six matches, the Whitecaps have managed to secure the top spot in the league with 20 points from 9 games. Their ability to avoid defeat has been crucial, with their current streak of six games without a loss highlighting their resilience. The team's defensive solidity is further emphasised by the fact that 67% of their recent matches have seen under 2.5 goals scored.

Recent home/away form

Minnesota United

Minnesota United have shown a solid home form recently, displaying resilience with only one loss in their last six matches at Allianz Field. The team have been particularly strong defensively, keeping three clean sheets and conceding just four goals in this period, averaging a mere 0.67 goals conceded per game. Their attack, however, has been somewhat subdued, scoring only six goals across these six matches. Notably, 83% of these games have seen under 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards low-scoring affairs. The Loons' ability to grind out results is evident, with three draws complementing their two victories. Interestingly, both teams have scored in only a third of these matches, further highlighting Minnesota's defensive prowess at home.

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown impressive resilience in their recent away matches, remaining unbeaten in their last six outings. Whilst they've only managed two victories, their ability to secure draws has been noteworthy, with four stalemates in this period. The Whitecaps have demonstrated a solid defensive record, conceding just 0.83 goals per game and keeping three clean sheets. Their attacking prowess was particularly evident in their 4-1 thrashing of the Portland Timbers, which stands out as a high-scoring affair. The team's goal-scoring average of 1.5 per game, coupled with their tight defence, has contributed to their current top position in the league. Interestingly, the Whitecaps have shown consistency in their goal involvement, with exactly half of their matches seeing both teams score and an even split between games going over and under 2.5 goals.