Overview
- Vancouver Whitecaps lead the MLS Western Conference with an 8-1-3 record and are unbeaten in their last seven league matches.
- Austin FC, currently eighth in the standings at 5-6-2, looks to avenge their heavy 5-1 loss to Vancouver earlier this season.
- Brian White, tied for third in MLS scoring with eight goals, remains a key offensive force for Vancouver heading into Saturday’s match.
- The Whitecaps bring an 11-game unbeaten streak across all competitions and remain undefeated on the road in league play this season (3-0-2).
- Austin FC, coming off a midweek 1-1 draw with Atlanta United, hopes to leverage home-field advantage and fan energy to rebound from a four-game league winless streak.