The Vancouver Whitecaps (14-6-7) square off against Eastern Conference powerhouse Philadelphia Union (17-6-6) on Saturday night at BC Place in a clash that promises to be one of Major League Soccer’s standout fixtures this month.

For Vancouver, the stakes couldn’t be clearer: a win or even a share of the spoils would officially lock up a playoff berth. The ‘Caps enter the weekend sitting third in the Western Conference table with seven matches still to play, and there’s more than one prize in sight. Alongside their league campaign, the club remains in the hunt for a fourth consecutive Canadian Championship crown, keeping their ambitions burning on multiple fronts.

With the Union perched at the summit of the East, and Vancouver pushing to secure both silverware and postseason security, Saturday’s contest is shaping up to be anything but ordinary.

Here GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Vancouver Whitecaps vs Philadelphia Union online – TV channels & live streams

In the United States (US) and worldwide, MLS match between Vancouver Whitecaps and Philadelphia Union will be available to watch and stream online live on Apple TV, through the MLS Season Pass.

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs Philadelphia Union kick-off time

The MLS match between Vancouver Whitecaps and Philadelphia Union will be played at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

It will kick off at 6:35 pm PT / 9:35 pm ET on Saturday, September 13, in the US.

Team news & squadsInjuries and Suspended playersVancouver Whitecaps team news

Vancouver will once again have to cope without some important names. Ranko Veselinovic remains on the sidelines with a knee problem that should keep him out until the middle of September, while skipper Ryan Gauld is also nursing a knee injury but is targeting a return early next month.

The backline has taken another major blow with Sam Adekugbe ruled out for the remainder of the campaign after suffering an Achilles injury, leaving Sorensen with limited options in defence.

In the middle of the park, the reliable duo of Sebastian Berhalter and Andres Cubas are expected to hold things together in central midfield. Further forward, marquee addition Thomas Muller could be handed a start in the playmaker’s role, adding experience and creativity to Vancouver’s attacking setup.

Philadelphia Union team news

Philadelphia’s build-up to the clash looks calm and calculated, with Jim Curtin unlikely to tinker too much with the blueprint that has propelled his side to the top of the table. Andre Blake is set to marshal things from between the posts, backed by a rock-solid defensive unit of Nathan Harriel, Jakob Glesnes, Olwethu Makhanya, and Kai Wagner.

In the engine room, Jesus Bueno and Damir Lukic will look to provide cover in front of the backline, while Jack Sullivan injects bite and energy in midfield transitions. Up front, the strike pairing of Daniel Baribo and Mikael Uhre continues to be a handful for defences, their blend of clever movement and sheer physical presence ensuring that Philadelphia doesn’t have to pin its hopes on a single goalscorer.

Form

Goal Scored (Conceded)
10/7
Games over 2.5 goals
4/5
Both teams scored
4/5
Goal Scored (Conceded)
9/4
Games over 2.5 goals
2/5
Both teams scored
2/5

Head-to-Head Record

Games over 2.5 goals
3/5
Both teams scored
2/5

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