Vancouver Whitecaps FC will host Los Angeles FC in the Western Conference Semifinals of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. The match is scheduled for Saturday, November 22, with kickoff at 6:30 p.m. PT at a sold-out BC Place, where over 53,000 fans are expected. This event marks a significant moment for the Whitecaps, who aim to reach the Western Conference Final for the first time in their MLS history.
Match Details
- Date: November 22, 2025
- Time: 6:30 p.m. PT
- Location: BC Place, Vancouver, BC
- Attendance: Over 53,000 (sold out)
Fans are encouraged to arrive early, with stadium gates opening at 4:30 p.m. PT. Each attendee will receive a limited edition VWFC MLS Cup Playoffs rally towel upon entry. Vancouver Whitecaps FC advanced to this stage after defeating FC Dallas in Round One, achieving a 3-0 victory in their first playoff match. In a tightly contested second match, Ralph Priso scored a crucial equalizing goal, leading the team to a penalty shootout, where they triumphed 4-2.
A Historic Rivalry
The upcoming matchup against LAFC renews a competitive rivalry. This is the third time the Whitecaps have reached the Western Conference Semifinals, having previously done so in 2015 and 2017. In total, the clash will be the 15th between the two clubs since April 2023, showcasing a series of thrilling encounters.
This season, the Whitecaps emerged victorious in the regular-season series against LAFC, following a 2-2 draw earlier in May and a 1-0 away win in June. Historically, LAFC has eliminated Vancouver from the playoffs in the past two years, so the Whitecaps are eager to avenge those defeats.
Stars to Watch
The match will feature a dynamic face-off between Thomas Müller of Vancouver and Son Heung-Min of LAFC. This will be their first encounter in MLS since joining their respective teams. Müller has quickly made an impact, scoring nine goals and providing four assists in his first ten matches, while also earning the title of the most decorated German player with a recent championship win.
Both players have a rich history of competition, having faced each other on 12 previous occasions across various leagues and tournaments, including the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup. As the Whitecaps prepare for this crucial semifinal, the excitement is palpable among fans and players alike.
