The Columbus Crew and Vancouver Whitecaps face off in a cross-conference battle at Lower.com Field. Columbus is looking to bounce back after a 5-1 loss to Inter Miami, while Vancouver aims to extend their 11-match unbeaten streak in MLS play.
Game Details
Matchup: Columbus Crew vs. Vancouver Whitecaps
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM ET
Venue: Lower.com Field, Columbus, OH
TV Broadcast: Apple TV (MLS Season Pass)
Columbus Crew: Seeking Redemption at Home
The Crew have struggled recently, going winless in their last six matches, including a 5-1 thrashing by Inter Miami. Despite their poor form, Columbus remains undefeated at home in their last four matches, suffering just one defeat at Lower.com Field this season.
Key Players to Watch (Columbus Crew)
Diego Rossi – Leads the team with eight goals and three assists, a key offensive weapon.
César Ruvalcaba Pérez – Scored his first MLS goal in the loss to Miami.
Evan Bush (GK) – Expected to start with Patrick Schulte and Nicolas Hagen unavailable.
Darlington Nagbe – Veteran midfielder controlling possession and tempo.
Columbus has been resilient at home, winning their last two matches against Western Conference opponents by a 2-1 scoreline.
Vancouver Whitecaps: Unbeaten on the Road
The Whitecaps are the only undefeated team away from home in MLS this season, conceding just four goals in seven road matches. Vancouver reclaimed the Supporters’ Shield lead after a dominant 3-0 win over Seattle Sounders.
Key Players to Watch (Vancouver Whitecaps)
Daniel Ríos – Scored in the 70th minute against Seattle, part of a 30-pass buildup.
Yohei Takaoka (GK) – Leads MLS with eight clean sheets.
Ryan Gauld – Star midfielder recovering from a knee injury, status uncertain.
Ranko Veselinović & Tristan Blackmon – Defensive duo nearing their 100th start together.
Vancouver has dominated Eastern Conference opponents, winning their last matchup against Toronto 2-1 in September 2023.
MATCH ODDS
Columbus Crew SC – 125 Draw + 275 Vancouver Whitecaps FC + 285
Over 2.5 – 160 Under 2.5 + 125
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025
