Overview
- BC Place is sold out for Saturday’s Western Conference semifinal, with more than 53,000 expected for the single-elimination match.
- Vancouver plans to field Thomas Müller, Ryan Gauld and leading scorer Brian White together for the first time, with White cleared after a hamstring issue.
- LAFC arrives after sweeping Austin, leaning on prolific forwards Son Heung‑min and Denis Bouanga, who combined for standout production this season.
- Müller has 9 goals and 4 assists in 10 Whitecaps appearances and has publicly indicated he intends to continue in Vancouver beyond 2025.
- The Whitecaps enter off a franchise-best campaign and a sweep of FC Dallas, though selection watch includes Daniel Ríos as doubtful and recent center-back cover from Ralph Priso.