Overview

• The Whitecaps have lost four of their last five MLS games and two in a row, dropping to third in the Western Conference with 38 points during a packed schedule of away fixtures.
• Houston fell 1-0 to Real Salt Lake to drop out of the Western Conference’s top nine and continue struggling to convert strong possession into goals and defensive solidity.
• Jesper Sorensen has urged Vancouver to restore defensive discipline and physicality without overhauling tactics, and Ben Olsen has warned his Dynamo side that every remaining match is decisive for their playoff hopes.
• Vancouver is evaluating an offer from Liga MX side Pumas UNAM for midfielder Pedro Vite, whose contract runs through 2029 and includes a midseason transfer clause.
• Wednesday’s game at Shell Energy Stadium offers a pivotal chance for Vancouver to halt its downturn and for Houston to climb back into playoff contention.