Main prediction: Vancouver Whitecaps to win in regular time
Alternative tip: draw or Seattle Sounders
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 17/08 (Monday), at Lumen Field (The Clink), at 03:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Seattle Sounders have won 0 time(s) and score 0.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, Vancouver Whitecaps have won 1 time(s). Vancouver Whitecaps have a 24% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
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Prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
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Overview Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Vancouver Whitecaps are favourites, with a 24% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Vancouver Whitecaps Football Club win are at 1.97 and a draw at 8.5.
In the Major League Soccer, Seattle Sounders have 7 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 7 defeat(s), with 20 goal(s) scored and 22 conceded. The top scorer is Paul Rothrock, with 5 goal(s). On the other side, Vancouver Whitecaps have 10 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 38 goal(s) scored and 17 conceded. Brian White is the top scorer with 10 goal(s).
In the last 3 clashes between Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 5 clashes between Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps, all had under 9.5 corners.
Seattle Sounders are winless in 6 matches in the competition.
Seattle Sounders have lost 6 matches in a row in the MLS.
Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in their last 11 matches in the competition.
In the last 4 matches involving Seattle Sounders, all had under 9.5 corners.
Vancouver Whitecaps are winless in 3 matches in the competition.
Head-to-head between Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps
In 44 clashes, Seattle Sounders have the advantage over Vancouver Whitecaps: 21 win(s) against 11 and 12 draw(s). The most recent was on 28/09/2025, in the MLS. draw won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Seattle Sounders: current form
Seattle Sounders are going through a difficult patch: 5 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 3 draw(s), 7 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.41 point(s) per match
20 goals scored (1.18 per match)
Top scorer: Paul Rothrock (5 goal(s))
Vancouver Whitecaps: current form
For the visitors, Vancouver Whitecaps have played 17 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
10 win(s), 4 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 2 point(s) per match
38 goals scored (2.24 per match)
Top scorer: Brian White (10 goal(s))
Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps key players
In the MLS, Paul Rothrock carries Seattle Sounders Football Club's attack with 5 goal(s).
The playmaker is Jesus Ferreira, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Paul Rothrock has 5 goal(s).
On the other side, Brian White is the name that frightens the most for The Blue-and-White with 10 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Sebastian Berhalter leads in assists with 5. In the whole season, Brian White has accumulated 10 goal(s).
Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps statistics in the MLS
Seattle Sounders have an average of 11.18 corners and 1.71 cards per match. Vancouver Whitecaps have 8.76 corners and 2.29 cards. Follow all the statistics for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps below.
Seattle Sounders
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L L |
0 |
| Home | L L W D W |
1.4 |
| Away | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 41% | 57% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.47 | 3.57 | 1.7 |
| Scored | 1.18 | 1.86 | 0.7 |
| Conceded | 1.29 | 1.71 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 71% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 14% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 14% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 47% | 43% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.58 | 1.88 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.43 | 1.63 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L W L |
1 |
| Home | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | D L W L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 59% | 78% | 38% |
| Goals | 3.24 | 3 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 2.24 | 2.44 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.56 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 33% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 35% | 56% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 11% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 47% | 78% | 25% |
|
xG
|
2 | 2.08 | 1.91 |
|
xGA
|
0.97 | 0.87 | 1.08 |
More tips for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
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Correct score prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Vancouver Whitecaps are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Seattle Sounders 0-1 Vancouver Whitecaps. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
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Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps
The line-ups for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Seattle Sounders Football Club line-up
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5
Nouhou Tolo
Defender
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9
Jesus Ferreira
Forward
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11
Albert Rusnák
Midfielder
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14
Paul Rothrock
Forward
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17
Paul Arriola
Forward
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20
Kee-hee Kim
Defender
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26
Andrew Thomas
Goalkeeper
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37
Snyder Brunell
Midfielder
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39
Stuart Hawkins
Defender
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45
Peter Kingston
Midfielder
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95
Osaze De Rosario
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Vancouver Whitecaps Football Club line-up
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1
Yohei Takaoka
Goalkeeper
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2
Mathías Laborda
Defender
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8
Oliver Larraz
Midfielder
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13
Thomas Müller
Forward
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18
Édier Ocampo Vidal
Defender
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20
Andrés Cubas
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24
Brian White
Forward
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25
Ryan Gauld
Midfielder
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28
Tate Johnson
Defender
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33
Tristan Blackmon
Defender
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59
Jeevan Singh Badwal
Midfielder
The Vancouver Whitecaps starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Match: Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 17/08/2026
Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Lumen Field (The Clink)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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