Whitecaps Aim for Historic Finish
With the regular season coming to a close, the Vancouver Whitecaps have a chance to make history this Saturday on Decision Day. Currently sitting atop the Western Conference, the 'Caps (18W-6L-9D) need only a draw against the San Jose Earthquakes to clinch their first-ever first-place finish in the West.
Led by the league's best defense, Vancouver has been dominant all year, tying the single-season MLS record for fewest goals conceded. Their +29 goal differential also matches the ninth-best mark in a single season. A win at BC Place would give the Whitecaps 11 home victories, surpassing their 2022 total.
Orlando City Fights for Playoff Positioning
Elsewhere, Orlando City SC (14-8-11, 53 points) faces a crucial regular season finale against Toronto FC. The Lions have already clinched a playoff berth, but this matchup will determine their seeding.
Orlando needs a win to solidify their position and avoid the play-in round. Head coach Oscar Pareja acknowledged the high stakes, saying "the need to win is familiar to us." The team will look to bounce back after a tough home loss to Vancouver last weekend.
TL;DR
- Vancouver Whitecaps can clinch first place in the Western Conference with a draw on Decision Day
- Whitecaps have tied the MLS record for fewest goals conceded in a season
- Orlando City SC faces a "must-win" game against Toronto FC to secure playoff positioning
- Orlando looks to rebound after a recent defeat at home to the Whitecaps