Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes: match statistics
Vancouver Whitecaps are displaying impressive home form with three consecutive wins and a 100% record at their stadium, scoring an average of 3.33 goals per match while keeping clean sheets in all home games. The hosts dominate possession (56%) and exhibit a high shot conversion rate (23%), translating into an offensive edge confirmed by 14 goals in four matches. SJ Earthquakes, despite good overall form (4 wins in their last 5 matches), present much more modest away statistics – averaging only 1 goal per game and a lower xG (0.94 vs 1.6 for the hosts). The difference in goal difference (+10 for Vancouver vs +1 for SJ) and the advantage in expected goals clearly favor the home side. Considering all factors, Vancouver Whitecaps have solid grounds to secure a win, although the visitors' robust defense (100% CS% away) could make the match more balanced than the hosts' offensive stats suggest.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Vancouver Whitecaps played against SJ Earthquakes in MLS (United States). The game was played on March 22, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Vancouver Whitecaps has 4 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 3.00 points per game. SJ Earthquakes has 3 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.25 points per game.
Scoring records
Vancouver Whitecaps scores 3.50 goals per game and allows 0.25. SJ Earthquakes scores 1.50 and allows 0.25. Games in this league average 3.01 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 25% of Vancouver Whitecaps's games and 0% of SJ Earthquakes's. The Over 2.5 rates are 75% and 25%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 60% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Vancouver Whitecaps has the higher season xG average, 1.71 to 1.61 per game. Vancouver Whitecaps takes 15.0 shots per game, while SJ Earthquakes takes 15.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Vancouver Whitecaps leads at halftime in 75% of its games and scores 1.50 goals per game after halftime. SJ Earthquakes leads at halftime in 50% and scores 0.75 after halftime.
When the teams score
Vancouver Whitecaps's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (3 goals). For SJ Earthquakes, it is minutes 31-45+ (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS games average 3.01 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 60% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Vancouver Whitecaps are displaying impressive home form with three consecutive wins and a 100% record at their stadium, scoring an average of 3.33 goals per match while keeping clean sheets in all home games. The hosts dominate possession (56%) and exhibit a high shot conversion rate (23%), translating into an offensive edge confirmed by 14 goals in four matches. SJ Earthquakes, despite good overall form (4 wins in their last 5 matches), present much more modest away statistics – averaging only 1 goal per game and a lower xG (0.94 vs 1.6 for the hosts). The difference in goal difference (+10 for Vancouver vs +1 for SJ) and the advantage in expected goals clearly favor the home side. Considering all factors, Vancouver Whitecaps have solid grounds to secure a win, although the visitors' robust defense (100% CS% away) could make the match more balanced than the hosts' offensive stats suggest.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Vancouver Whitecaps | SJ Earthquakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 42% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.56 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Vancouver Whitecaps is 33% better for: last-5 form.
3 pts / game - Vancouver Whitecaps · 2.25 pts / game - SJ Earthquakes
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Vancouver Whitecaps is 133% better for: goals scored per game.
3.5 goals / game - Vancouver Whitecaps · 1.5 goals / game - SJ Earthquakes
Vancouver Whitecaps scores in 100% of games (4 of 4 meczów), while SJ Earthquakes keeps a clean sheet in 75% (3 of 4 meczów).
SJ Earthquakes scores in 75% of games (3 of 4 meczów), while Vancouver Whitecaps keeps a clean sheet in 75% (3 of 4 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Vancouver Whitecaps
Over / Under - SJ Earthquakes
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Vancouver Whitecaps is 43% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
2.5 pts / game - Vancouver Whitecaps · 1.75 pts / game - SJ Earthquakes
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Vancouver Whitecaps - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 75% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
SJ Earthquakes - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 75%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.50 | 2.50 |
| Goals scored / game | 2.0 | 1.5 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 75% | 75% |
| 2 goals | 50% | 50% |
| 3 goals | 50% | 25% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 75% |
| No goal | 25% | 25% |
| Goal difference | +8 | +5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.75 | 2.50 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 75% | 75% |
| 2 goals | 25% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 75% | 100% |
| No goal | 50% | 25% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (3 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (2 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Vancouver Whitecaps
SJ Earthquakes
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS).
Teams vs league
| Vancouver Whitecaps | Liga | SJ Earthquakes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.75 | 3.01 | ▼ 1.75 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 25% | 50% | ▼ 0% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 75% | 60% | ▼ 25% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 75% | 29% | ▲ 75% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 75% | 72% | ▲ 75% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 75% | 84% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
FAQ
What was the result of Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes?
The MLS match finished Vancouver Whitecaps 0:1 SJ Earthquakes. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes?
Vancouver Whitecaps score 3.50 goals per game on average and SJ Earthquakes 1.50. The MLS average is 3.01 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 60% of games. Both teams score in 25% of Vancouver Whitecaps's matches and 0% of SJ Earthquakes's.
What form are Vancouver Whitecaps and SJ Earthquakes in?
Over the last 5 games Vancouver Whitecaps have a 4-0-0 record (3.00 points per game) and SJ Earthquakes 3-0-1 (2.25 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Vancouver Whitecaps vs SJ Earthquakes: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.