Whitecaps and Dynamo Draw 1-1 in Crucial Playoff Battle

Brian White's second-half goal secures a vital point for Vancouver in a tightly contested match against Houston.

Brian White scored in the 73rd minute, equalizing for Vancouver after Ezequiel Ponce's first-half penalty put Houston ahead.
The draw leaves the Whitecaps in sixth place and the Dynamo in seventh in the Western Conference, separated by just one point.
Vancouver's Ryan Gauld provided his 13th assist of the season, while Fafá Picault matched his career-high with his fifth assist.
Houston was without key playmaker Hector Herrera due to a hamstring injury, impacting their offensive strategy.
Both teams continue their playoff push with upcoming matches on Saturday, as Vancouver faces the LA Galaxy and Houston meets Austin FC.