Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Philadelphia Union | 2019 MLS Match Preview

2019-04-27-VAN-PHI

2019 MLS Regular Season - Week 9
Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Philadelphia Union
BC Place — Vancouver
April 27 - 5:00 PM ET


TV: TSN 1/4


STREAMING: MLS LIVE on ESPN+ in US


The Vancouver Whitecaps hope to win their second straight game at BC Place when they host the shorthanded Philadelphia Union Saturday afternoon.


The Whitecaps (1-5-2) were unable to build off the momentum of a stunning 1-0 win over LAFC, losing at Orlando City SC by the same scoreline. The Union (4-3-1) enjoyed a comprehensive 3-0 win over the Montreal Impact, but lost goalkeeper Andre Blake to an adductor injury. 


Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Philadelphia Union | 2019 MLS Match Preview - Project Starting XI
  • Injury Report:
    • OUT: Michael Baldisimo (M) - left ankle contusion
    • OUT: Jasser Khmiri (D) - left knee injury
    • OUT: David Norman Jr. (M) - right foot surgery
    • PROBABLE: Andy Rose (M) - facial fracture
  • Suspended: None
  • Suspended after next caution: None
  • International duty: None


Philadephia Union

Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Philadelphia Union | 2019 MLS Match Preview - Project Starting XI
  • Injury Report:
    • OUT: Andre Blake (GK) - right adductor strain
    • OUT: Mark McKenzie (D) - appendectomy recovery
    • QUESTIONABLE: Sergio Santos (F) - left knee contusion
    • QUESTIONABLE: Marco Fabian (M) - left ankle sprain
    • QUESTIONABLE: Anthony Fontana (M) - left ankle sprain
    • QUESTIONABLE: Ilsinho (M) - left hamstring strain
  • Suspended: None
  • Suspended after next caution: None
  • International duty: None


Series Matchup at Whitecaps


  • Whitecaps: 2 wins, 4 goals
  • Union: 1 win, 1 goal
  • 1 draw


Officials


  • Referee: Christopher Penso
  • Assistant Referees: Eric Boria, Gianni Facchini
  • 4th Official: Michael Radchuk
  • VAR: Chico Grajeda