Major League Soccer Gameweek 23
Vancouver Whitecaps 1 - 3 FT St. Louis City
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Simon Becher (Alexandru Măţan) 23'
26' Thomas Müller
Conrad Wallem 36'
Tomas Totland (Daniel Edelman) 41'
Conrad Wallem (Tomas Totland) 45'
45' ↓ M. Gherasimencov ↑Cheikh Sabaly
45' ↓ Rayan Elloumi ↑Brian White
45' ↓ Jeevan Badwal ↑Oliver Love Larraz
HT
49' Mathías Laborda
50' Emmanuel Sabbi
59' ↓ Emmanuel Sabbi ↑Ryan Gauld
↓ Carlo Holse ↑Rafael Navarro Leal 61'
71' Ryan Gauld
75' Brian White
↓ Simon Becher ↑Sang-bin Jung 80'
82' ↓ Andrés Cubas ↑Yadaly Diaby
↓ Tomas Totland ↑Damion Downs 90'+1
↓ Christopher Durkin ↑Fallou Fall 90'+1
Fallou Fall 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Vancouver Whitecaps
Goalkeepers
Yohei Takaoka 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Mihail Gherasimencov 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Mathías Laborda 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Tristan Blackmon
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Tate Johnson
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Jeevan Badwal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Adrián Cubas 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Emmanuel Sabbi 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Thomas Müller 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Bruno Steven Caicedo Quiñonez 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Rayan Elloumi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
Isaac Boehmer 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sam Adekugbe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aleksa Cvetković
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Gauld
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Oliver Larraz
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
Rui Modesto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brian White
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Yadaly Diaby
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cheikh Tidiane Sabaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
St. Louis City
Goalkeepers
Roman Bürki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Lukas MacNaughton
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Timo Baumgartl
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Dante Polvara
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Conrad Wallem
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Daniel Edelman
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Chris Durkin 
MAGNET
72
Activity
72
Activity
63
Passes
9
Duels
Tomas Totland
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Carl Johan Holse Justesen
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Simon Becher 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.4
Rating
Alexandru Matan
MAGNET
63
Activity
63
Activity
50
Passes
13
Duels
BENCH
Ben Lundt
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Fallou Fall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Fall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rafael Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mykhi Joyner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Perez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Damion Downs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeong Sang-bin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rafael Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2025 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 3 - 2 | St. Louis City | Major League Soccer | BC Place |
| 04/20/2025 | St. Louis City | 0 - 0 | Vancouver Whitecaps | Major League Soccer | CITYPARK |
| 07/14/2024 | St. Louis City | 1 - 4 | Vancouver Whitecaps | Major League Soccer | CITYPARK |
| 06/30/2024 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 4 - 3 | St. Louis City | Major League Soccer | BC Place |
| 10/05/2023 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 3 - 0 | St. Louis City | Major League Soccer | BC Place |
| 05/28/2023 | St. Louis City | 3 - 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | Major League Soccer | CITYPARK |
| 02/12/2023 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 0 - 0 | St. Louis City | Friendlies Clubs | Empire Polo Club |
08/24/2025
04/20/2025
07/14/2024
06/30/2024
10/05/2023
05/28/2023
02/12/2023
Vancouver Whitecaps Win
St. Louis City Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 19 GD: +24
P: 19 GD: +7
P: 19 GD: +3
P: 20 GD: +6
P: 18 GD: 0
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 19 GD: +3
P: 19 GD: -2
P: 19 GD: +3
P: 20 GD: +2
P: 18 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -1
P: 18 GD: -12
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 19 GD: -28
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +33
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +14
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 27 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -34
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Vancouver Whitecaps
St. Louis City
Vancouver Whitecaps
St. Louis City
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
St. Louis Flips the Script in BC Place Stunner
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 85/100. An explosive first-half onslaught completely dismantled the league leaders, proving St. Louis is a force capable of derailing any top-seeded contender.
Opening Act
Vancouver burst out of the gates, looking every bit the first-place juggernaut. Emmanuel Sabbi found the back of the net just two minutes in, sending BC Place into a frenzy. The Stakes were massive for the top-seeded Vancouver Whitecaps, who aimed to extend their dominance atop the standings in front of their home crowd. But St. Louis City refused to fold under the early pressure. Despite trailing from the opening whistle, the visitors quietly edged possession and quickly found their footing, weathering the storm before turning this match into an absolute track meet. St. Louis began stretching the pitch, relying on quick transitions to bypass Vancouver's midfield block. The sheer Intensity of the opening exchanges hinted that this wasn't going to be a straightforward home victory, as the away side demonstrated incredible resolve to stay in the fight.
The Pivot
The visitors entirely flipped the Balance of the game in a breathtaking 22-minute blitz that left the home fans in stunned silence. Simon Becher equalized in the 23rd minute, capitalizing on brilliant buildup play from Alexandru Mățan to crack the hosts' defensive structure. Before Vancouver could effectively recalibrate, Tomas Totland fired St. Louis ahead in the 41st minute, an incisive move orchestrated perfectly by Daniel Edelman. But the ferocious onslaught wasn't over. Right on the stroke of halftime, Totland turned provider for Conrad Wallem, who emphatically made it 3-1. A relentless barrage of 26 combined shots between both clubs turned the pitch into an absolute shooting gallery, leaving the league-leading defense completely disjointed and shell-shocked as they headed into the locker room down by two.
Resolution
The second half saw Vancouver frantically chasing the game, throwing bodies forward in a desperate attempt to spark a late revival. They thought they had found a crucial lifeline in the 75th minute when a penalty was awarded following a challenge on Brian White. However, VAR dramatically intervened, overturning the decision and completely killing the hosts' hard-earned momentum. After that massive letdown, St. Louis maintained their defensive shape brilliantly, absorbing the lingering pressure to secure a monumental victory. This massive Upset severely dents Vancouver's cushion at the top of the regular season standings. More importantly, it cements St. Louis as a dangerous wildcard capable of blowing past the league's best when all cylinders are firing on the road.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR dramatically intervened in the 75th minute to cancel a penalty initially awarded to Brian White, effectively ending Vancouver's hopes of a late comeback.
How did St. Louis City pull off this shock result?
St. Louis responded to an early deficit with a brilliant first-half blitz, getting three quick goals from Becher, Totland, and Wallem to stun the hosts.
How did Vancouver Whitecaps complete the comeback from behind?
Vancouver did not complete a comeback. Instead, St. Louis City overcame an early first-half deficit to secure a commanding 3-1 road victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Vancouver's Title Credentials Under the Microscope
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 69/100. The Whitecaps can take a massive stride toward the championship, but St. Louis City's stubborn unbeaten streak transforms this into a certified blockbuster.
The Setup
As the September 06, 2026 fixture looms at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps are sitting pretty at the summit of Major League Soccer. With 43 points on the board, their title credentials face a genuine test from a surging St. Louis City side that currently occupies sixth place. A sky-high Stakes dynamic defines this matchup; a statement win for the hosts could put one hand on the trophy, while the visitors desperately need points to cement their playoff status. Both teams boast a formidable Form rating. Vancouver’s potent attack is averaging a lethal 2.4 goals per game on home soil, clashing directly with a St. Louis unit that hasn't tasted defeat in their last five outings.
Key Battle
This clash features a tremendous concentration of Stars, but the real tactical fireworks will ignite in the middle of the park. Thomas Müller is orchestrating Vancouver's offensive symphony, pulling defenders out of position and threading killer passes with veteran elite vision. He meets his match in St. Louis's Eduard Löwen, a midfield powerhouse who must disrupt those passing lanes and instantly launch counter-attacks. If Löwen can successfully isolate the German maestro, the visitors have a lifeline; if Müller finds pockets of space between the lines, the visitors are in for a painfully long night.
Our Prediction
The competitive Balance tilts heavily toward the home side, backed by overwhelming offensive metrics. While St. Louis will undoubtedly put up a fight and look to strike on the break, Vancouver’s relentless pressure at BC Place is a different beast entirely. We anticipate a 3-1 victory for the Whitecaps, cementing their status as clear title favorites.