Vancouver Whitecaps Fc vs Chicago Fire Fc Picks and Predictions March 22nd 2025

Undefeated Whitecaps ‘Realistic’ Ahead of Game vs. Fire

The Vancouver Whitecaps are off to a dream start in the 2024 MLS season, but head coach Jesper Sorensen is making sure the squad stays grounded ahead of Saturday night’s home matchup against the Chicago Fire.

Whitecaps Off to Historic Start

With a 4-0-0 record, Vancouver is just the seventh team in MLS history to begin a season with four straight wins. The streak matches the longest winning run in the club’s 15-season MLS tenure.

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The hot start comes despite notable setbacks. Ryan Gauld (knee) and Sam Adekugbe (quad) remain sidelined with long-term injuries. Emmanuel Sabbi, dealing with an ankle issue, could return Saturday. Meanwhile, Pedro Vite, Brian White, Andres Cubas and Ali Ahmed are all unavailable due to international duty.

“If we have gained some confidence because of a good start, it’s a positive thing. … I would not warn the guys about getting too excited. I’m happy if they’re excited, but I will be realistic.” — Jesper Sorensen

Vancouver currently leads the league with 12 points and has advanced to the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinals, all while maintaining a balanced, high-energy approach.

Fire Facing Adversity on the Road

The Chicago Fire (2-1-1, 7 points) come into Saturday’s match on a three-game unbeaten run. Impressively, they’ve trailed in all four of their matches this season, yet have responded with a 2-0-1 record over their last three.

Coach Gregg Berhalter is embracing the “next man up” mentality as Chicago prepares to face the only perfect team in MLS. The Fire are also dealing with absences: Brian Gutierrez, Omari Glasgow, and Harold Osorio are away on international duty. Andrew Gutman is questionable due to illness, and Jonathan Dean will miss several weeks with a punctured lung.

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“It’s really ‘next man up’ mentality, and that’s what the team has been living by this season. … I think it shows the mindset of this group, not to get rattled.” — Gregg Berhalter

Striker Hugo Cuypers has been a standout for Chicago, currently ranking second in MLS with four goals. He will face a formidable Whitecaps defense that has not conceded a goal in the past 231 minutes.

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What to Watch

The Fire’s resilience and Cuypers’ goal-scoring form will be tested against a Vancouver side that has thrived through adversity. With multiple key players missing for both teams, depth and tactical discipline will be critical in determining the outcome.