Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. FC Dallas
This Western Conference clash features two teams in desperate need of three points but for very different reasons.
On Matchday 30, Vancouver held off Austin FC for a hard-fought 1-0 win, keeping them in the hunt for the final home playoff spot in the West. They are just three points behind the Colorado Rapids and will look to use their two games to tie the Rocky Mountain side. With the formidable trio of Ryan Gauld (9g/10a), Brian White (12g/2a) and Fafà Picault (8g/4a) all injured or on international duty, the normally stout Caps defense will be crucial for the three points. And will new DP midfielder Stuart Armstrong make his Vancouver debut?
On the other hand, Dallas looked set to steal a point from the Rapids last Saturday, but a 90+3′ winner from Darren Yapi denied them a draw. Still, Dallas is just three points behind Minnesota United for the final playoff spot and will be hoping to hold on for a much-needed win. Dallas’ DP trio of Jesús Ferreira, Alan Velasco and Petar Musa are all back and fit and will look to cause the Whitecaps backline problems en route to three points.