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Vancouver Whitecaps 2-0 San Jose Earthquakes


Major League Soccer Matchday 41
BC Place

26'
C. Akapo
35'
F. Picault
R. Gauld
41'
R. Priso-Mbongue
86'
S. Armstrong
R. Gauld
89'
J. Skahan

Pre-game odds

1 X 2
Odds
1.48
4.75
6.00
Prob.
67.6%
21.1%
16.7%

Key points

• Vancouver Whitecaps are in good form, sitting 6th in the league with 42 points.
• Whitecaps have solid defensive capabilities, conceding an average of 0.83 goals per game in their last six.
• Whitecaps average 1.17 goals per game but have been consistent in securing positive results.
• San Jose Earthquakes have shown inconsistent form, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last six.
• Earthquakes score an average of 1.83 goals per game but concede 1.5 goals per game.
• Earthquakes struggle away from home, with only 1 win in their last six away matches.

Current streaks

Vancouver Whitecaps

Wins
0
Since a win
1
Losses
0
Since a loss
3
Clean sheets
3
Since a clean sheet
0

San Jose Earthquakes

Wins
0
Since a win
1
Losses
1
Since a loss
0
Clean sheets
0
Since a clean sheet
1

Recent form

Vancouver Whitecaps

Based on the provided information, the Vancouver Whitecaps are currently in good form, sitting in 6th position in the league with 42 points from 26 games. Their recent results show resilience, with only one loss in their last six matches across all competitions. The team has demonstrated solid defensive capabilities, keeping three clean sheets and conceding an average of just 0.83 goals per game in their last six outings. While their goal-scoring hasn't been prolific, averaging 1.17 goals per game, they've managed to secure positive results consistently. The Whitecaps' 3-1 victory over Club Tijuana in the Leagues Cup stands out as their highest-scoring game in this stretch. Interestingly, 67% of their recent matches have seen under 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards tighter, lower-scoring affairs.

San Jose Earthquakes

San Jose Earthquakes have shown inconsistent form in their recent matches, alternating between wins and losses without establishing a clear winning streak. Their last six games have yielded mixed results with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses. Notably, their match against Necaxa in the Leagues Cup stands out as a high-scoring affair, with the Earthquakes securing an impressive 5-0 victory. This game significantly contributed to their goal tally, helping them achieve a respectable average of 1.83 goals scored per game over the last six matches. However, their defensive performance has been somewhat shaky, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game. The team's matches tend to be high-scoring, with 67% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in two-thirds of the fixtures. Despite these offensive numbers, San Jose's current 14th position in the league table with just 17 points from 27 games suggests they are struggling to translate their goal-scoring ability into consistent results.

Vancouver Whitecaps

6th · 12-6-8 · 44-35 (+9) · 42 pts
Last 6
DWLWWD
Results
W3 D2 L1
Goals scored
7
Per game
1.2
Goals against
5
Per game
0.8
Goal difference
+2
Clean sheets
3
Total goals avg
2
Both teams scored
33%
Under 2.5
67%
Over 2.5
33%
· Major League Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps
0 - 0
FC Dallas
· Major League Soccer
Austin FC
0 - 1
Vancouver Whitecaps
· Canadian Championship
Vancouver Whitecaps
1 - 0
Pacific FC
· Leagues Cup
Vancouver Whitecaps
0 - 2
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
· Leagues Cup
Vancouver Whitecaps
3 - 1
Club Tijuana
· Leagues Cup
Los Angeles FC
2 - 2
Vancouver Whitecaps

San Jose Earthquakes

14th · 5-2-20 · 34-63 (-29) · 17 pts
Last 6
DLWLWL
Results
W2 D1 L3
Goals scored
11
Per game
1.8
Goals against
9
Per game
1.5
Goal difference
+2
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
3.33
Both teams scored
67%
Under 2.5
33%
Over 2.5
67%
· Major League Soccer
San Jose Earthquakes
1 - 2
Minnesota United
· Major League Soccer
Real Salt Lake
0 - 2
San Jose Earthquakes
· Leagues Cup
Los Angeles FC
4 - 1
San Jose Earthquakes
· Leagues Cup
San Jose Earthquakes
5 - 0
Necaxa
· Leagues Cup
San Jose Earthquakes
1 - 2
LA Galaxy
· Leagues Cup
Guadalajara Chivas
1 - 1
San Jose Earthquakes

Recent home/away form

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown inconsistent form at home recently, with their last six games resulting in two wins, one draw, and three losses. Despite their 6th position in the league, their home performances have been a mixed bag. Notably, there have been two particularly high-scoring games: a 4-3 loss to Houston Dynamo in MLS play and a surprising 4-1 defeat to Wrexham in a friendly match. The Whitecaps have struggled defensively at home, conceding 11 goals in their last six games (1.83 per game), while scoring 8 (1.33 per game). Their clean sheet against FC Dallas in their most recent home game is a positive sign, but it's worth noting that they've only managed two clean sheets in this six-game stretch. The team's home form doesn't show any significant winning or losing streaks, highlighting their inconsistency.

San Jose Earthquakes

The San Jose Earthquakes have struggled away from home recently, experiencing a challenging run of form with only one win in their last six away matches. Notably, they endured a three-game losing streak in Major League Soccer before breaking it with a draw in the Leagues Cup. The team's defensive vulnerabilities are evident, conceding an average of 2.5 goals per game and keeping just one clean sheet in this period. Their 6-2 loss to Los Angeles FC stands out as a particularly high-scoring encounter, contributing significantly to their -9 goal difference. Despite these difficulties, the Earthquakes showed signs of improvement in their most recent away game, securing a 2-0 victory against Real Salt Lake, which could potentially mark a turning point in their away form.

Vancouver Whitecaps

6th · 12-6-8 · 44-35 (+9) · 42 pts
Last 6
LLWLWD
Results
W2 D1 L3
Goals scored
8
Per game
1.3
Goals against
11
Per game
1.8
Goal difference
-3
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
3.17
Both teams scored
50%
Under 2.5
50%
Over 2.5
50%
· Major League Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps
0 - 0
FC Dallas
· Canadian Championship
Vancouver Whitecaps
1 - 0
Pacific FC
· Leagues Cup
Vancouver Whitecaps
0 - 2
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
· Leagues Cup
Vancouver Whitecaps
3 - 1
Club Tijuana
· Friendlies
Vancouver Whitecaps
1 - 4
Wrexham
· Major League Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps
3 - 4
Houston Dynamo

San Jose Earthquakes

14th · 5-2-20 · 34-63 (-29) · 17 pts
Last 6
LLLDLW
Results
W1 D1 L4
Goals scored
6
Per game
1
Goals against
15
Per game
2.5
Goal difference
-9
Clean sheets
1
Total goals avg
3.5
Both teams scored
50%
Under 2.5
67%
Over 2.5
33%
· Major League Soccer
Real Salt Lake
0 - 2
San Jose Earthquakes
· Leagues Cup
Los Angeles FC
4 - 1
San Jose Earthquakes
· Leagues Cup
Guadalajara Chivas
1 - 1
San Jose Earthquakes
· Major League Soccer
Minnesota United
2 - 0
San Jose Earthquakes
· Major League Soccer
St. Louis CITY
2 - 0
San Jose Earthquakes
· Major League Soccer
Los Angeles FC
6 - 2
San Jose Earthquakes
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