Toronto FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC, MLS 2021 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Toronto FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC — MLS at Exploria Stadium.
- Toronto FC 34 games · 39 pts (2026/26)
- Vancouver Whitecaps FC 34 games · 64 pts (2026/26)
Match Details
- Referee Jair Marrufo
- Referee Corey Rockwell
- Referee Ted Unkel
- Referee Brian Poeschel
- Referee
8 games this season
🟨 1.0/game
⚽ 4.6 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 34 | 77 |
| 2 | Internacional CF Miami | 34 | 60 |
| 3 | New England Revolution | 34 | 58 |
| 4 | Chicago Fire FC | 34 | 55 |
| 5 | Charlotte FC | 34 | 54 |
| 6 | Philadelphia Union | 34 | 50 |
| 7 | Columbus Crew SC | 34 | 47 |
| 8 | FC Cincinnati | 34 | 46 |
| 9 | Orlando City SC | 34 | 46 |
| 10 | New York City FC | 34 | 42 |
| 11 | New York Red Bulls | 34 | 42 |
| 12 | Toronto FC | 34 | 39 |
| 13 | Atlanta United FC | 34 | 33 |
| 14 | D.C. United SC | 34 | 33 |
| 15 | Montreal Impact FC | 34 | 26 |
| 16 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 34 | 64 |
| 17 | FC Dallas | 34 | 58 |
| 18 | St. Louis City | 34 | 54 |
| 19 | San Jose Earthquakes | 34 | 52 |
| 20 | Houston Dynamo | 34 | 51 |
| 21 | Los Angeles FC | 34 | 47 |
| 22 | Portland Timbers | 34 | 46 |
| 23 | Seattle Sounders FC | 34 | 46 |
| 24 | Real Salt Lake | 34 | 45 |
| 25 | Minnesota United FC | 34 | 44 |
| 26 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 34 | 44 |
| 27 | Colorado Rapids SC | 34 | 43 |
| 28 | San Diego FC | 34 | 38 |
| 29 | Austin FC | 34 | 34 |
| 30 | Sporting Kansas City | 34 | 26 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 17 Apr | Montreal Impact FC | A | 2–4 | L |
| 24 Nov | Nashville SC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 08 Nov | New York Red Bulls | A | 1–2 | L |
| 02 Nov | Internacional CF Miami | H | 2–1 | W |
| 28 Oct | New York City FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr | Toronto FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 19 Apr | Portland Timbers | H | 1–0 | W |
| 08 Nov | Los Angeles Galaxy | H | 3–0 | W |
| 02 Nov | Portland Timbers | A | 0–1 | L |
| 28 Oct | Seattle Sounders FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 25 Oct | San Jose Earthquakes | H | 2–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Toronto FC | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | Position | #16 |
| 39 | Points | 64 |
| 34 | Played | 34 |
| 9 / 12 / 13 | W / D / L | 19 / 7 / 8 |
| 52 | Scored | 74 |
| 67 | Conceded | 34 |
| -15 | GD | +40 |
| 1.15 | PPG | 1.88 |
| 26% | Win % | 56% |
Key Stats
45%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (11 games)
H2H (11 games)
64%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
12%
Clean Sheets
Toronto FC this season
Toronto FC this season
38%
Clean Sheets
Vancouver Whitecaps FC this season
Vancouver Whitecaps FC this season
Toronto FC are 12th (39 pts). Vancouver Whitecaps FC are 16th (64 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Toronto FC
0-15
1/3
16-30
3/10
31-45
6/9
46-60
5/12
61-75
9/7
76+
16/12
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
0-15
10/4
16-30
11/4
31-45
9/9
46-60
7/7
61-75
10/2
76+
13/6
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Toronto FC
| Josh Sargent | 10 G | 4 A |
| Daniel Salloi | 9 G | 6 A |
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
| Brian White | 20 G | 2 A |
| Thomas Muller | 9 G | 6 A |
| Sebastian Berhalter | 6 G | 4 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against Toronto FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC has kicked off!
- 5' Canada international Russell Teibert has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 6' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Cristian Gutierrez.
- 7' Goal! Luke Singh scores his 1 goal in 17 matches.
- 12' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 1 times this season with Vancouver Whitecaps FC winning 100% of all matches.
- 17' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 22' Vancouver Whitecaps FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 27' Nick DeLeon is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Vancouver Whitecaps FC tonight.
- 32' It is a cagey affair so far. Toronto FC in their trying to find a way past Vancouver Whitecaps FC's compact .
- 37' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Toronto FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 42' The home supporters are growing impatient. Toronto FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 46' Justin Morrow has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jayden Nelson on 46 minute.
- 51' Vancouver Whitecaps FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 55' What a strike from Cristian Dajome! The score is 1-1.
- 60' Patrick Mullins has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 61' A tactical swap from Toronto FC — Jozy Altidore on, Patrick Mullins off on 61 minutes.
- 64' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Michael Bradley on 64 minutes.
- 69' It looks surprising Vancouver Whitecaps FC does not make any changes. Andy Rose has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 70' Brilliant from the ! Andy Rose makes it 1-2 with a superb finish on 70.
- 70' The referee has no hesitation. Omar Gonzalez is booked for Toronto FC — Yellow card on 70.
- 75' Vancouver Whitecaps FC make a change. Janio Bikel trudges off to be replaced by Caio Alexandre on 75 minutes.
- 78' The crowd applauds Noble Okello as he leaves the pitch. Ayo Akinola steps in for Toronto FC.
- 82' Jonathan Osorio does the damage! The net is bulging and Toronto FC surge ahead!
- 87' Bruno Gaspar is ready to make an impact after coming on for Michael Baldisimo at the 87 minute mark.
- 90' The whistle greets Cristian Dajome as he departs to be replaced by Ryan Raposo.
- It finishes all square. Toronto FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC share the spoils 2-2.
Lineups
Toronto FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 25
-
96
Auro ↓ Jacob Shaffelburg 61'
- 4
- 8
-
18
Nick DeLeon ↓ Jonathan Osorio 61'
-
13
Patrick Mullins ↓ Jozy Altidore 61'
- 22
- 26
-
14
Noble Okello ↓ Ayo Akinola 78'
- 44
-
11
Jayden Nelson ↓ Justin Morrow 46'
Bench
- 16
-
2
Justin Morrow ↑ 46'
- 3
-
21
Jonathan Osorio ↑ 61'
-
17
Jozy Altidore ↑ 61'
- 31
-
20
Ayo Akinola ↑ 78'
- 19
-
24
Jacob Shaffelburg ↑ 61'
Coach
Chris Armas
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 28
- 31
- 55
-
19
Janio Bikel ↓ Caio Alexandre 75'
- 16
- 3
-
11
Cristian Dajome ↓ Ryan Raposo 90'
- 9
- 4
- 7
Bench
-
6
Bruno Gaspar ↑ 87'
-
13
Derek Cornelius ↑ 87'
- 14
- 1
-
8
Caio Alexandre ↑ 75'
- 32
-
27
Ryan Raposo ↑ 90'
Coach
Marc Dos Santos
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Lucas Cavallini | 2 |
| Nick DeLeon | 2 |
| Pablo Piatti | 2 |
| Brian White | 2 |
| Jonathan Osorio | 2 |
| Jake Nerwinski | 2 |
| Deandre Kerr | 1 |
| Kei Kamara | 1 |
Head to Head
Toronto FC Form
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Form
2021-04-24
Toronto FC
2–2
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
D
2021-04-19
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
1–0
Portland Timbers
W
2020-11-08
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
3–0
Los Angeles Galaxy
W
2020-11-02
Portland Timbers
1–0
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
L
2020-10-28
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
0–2
Seattle Sounders FC
L
2020-10-25
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
2–1
San Jose Earthquakes
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.34
Toronto FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.92
Vancouver Whitecaps FC xG
I would bet for:
Toronto FC or Vancouver Whitecaps FC 75% + Both teams to score 63%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.26
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 62% |
|
38% |
| ± 3.5 | 41% |
|
59% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
Toronto FC or Draw
56%
Draw or Vancouver Whitecaps FC
69%
Toronto FC or Vancouver Whitecaps FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Toronto FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.7%
1 – 2
9.1%
0 – 2
7%
0 – 1
6.7%
2 – 1
6.4%
2 – 2
Actual
1 – 3
5.8%
0 – 0
5.4%
1 – 0
4.4%
0 – 3
4.4%
2 – 3
3.9%
2 – 0
3.5%
Asian Handicap — Toronto FC
| Handicap | Toronto FC covers | Push | Vancouver Whitecaps FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 7% | 88% |
| -1.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -1 | 12% | 14% | 74% |
| -0.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| +0.5 | 50% | — | 50% |
| +1 | 50% | 21% | 29% |
| +1.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +2 | 71% | 15% | 14% |
| +2.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
Clean Sheet
Toronto FC keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Vancouver Whitecaps FC keeps clean sheet
27%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

