When FC Dallas takes on the Vancouver Whitecaps this weekend at the Toyota Stadium, they’ll continue their fantastic campaign with kickoff at 4 am.
After losing just three of their first 14 games, Dallas’s attention has turned to a potential MLS Cup win. The Texan side is just four points behind leaders Los Angeles FC in second place of the Western Conference, with first place in sight for Schellas Hyndman’s side.
After topping the Western Conference in back-to-back seasons six years ago, Dallas struggled to impose themselves on the division and has only qualified for the playoffs thrice since. After finishing 11th last season, Dallas failed to make it to the playoffs, with Schellas Hyndman’s men now confident of an improved campaign this time.
The Vancouver Whitecaps have struggled to find the net in their 15 outings this season, with only two sides in the Western Conference scoring fewer goals. Regular opponents in recent years will take confidence from their strong record against Dallas, with the Whitecaps having gone unbeaten in their last five MLS meetings.
FC Dallas vs. Vancouver Head to Head
Both sides have 26 games against each other, with hosts taking 11 wins while visitors with 8 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Orlando 1-3 FC Dallas
- Dallas 1-2 Minnesota
- Vancouver 2-1 Dallas
- LA Galaxy 1-3 Dallas
Away
- Seattle 4-0 Vancouver
- Vancouver 2-1 Real Salt Lake
- Kansas 0-1 Vancouver
- Cavalry 1-1 Vancouver
FC Dallas Team News
Dallas has impressed this season, but the lack of injuries has allowed them to rocket up the table. Forward Jesus Ferreira has impressed Dallas so far, netting nine goals and assisting a further four, with the USMNT international expected to start up front for the hosts.
Vancouver Team News
Vancouver midfielder Russell Teibert will miss this weekend’s MLS game with an eye problem but is expected to return before the end of June. Vancouver goalkeeper Thomas Hasal will also be missing until the end of the month after hurting his hand in training.
Prediction and Odds
Vancouver has struggled for much of the campaign, with goals leaking at the back and not much in the way of success going forwards. Dallas has been able to score freely, however, and look set for another victory this weekend.
- Home Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- First Half: 0-0
