Matchday 23 of the MLS features an important Wednesday clash with playoff implications in the Western Conference, as the Houston Dynamo host the Vancouver Whitecaps.
The Houston Dynamo are coming off a 1-0 away loss to Real Salt Lake, which pushed them out of the Play-In spots.
Meanwhile, Vancouver Whitecaps continue their poor run of form, suffering another defeat—this time against Colorado Rapids—which sees them drop further behind in the race for the top.
Houston Dynamo vs. Vancouver Betting Odds and Info
| Houston +130 | Vancouver +212 | Draw Offs: +249 |
| When? | Wednesday, July 16 at 8:30 pm ET, 7:30 pm CST, 6:30 pm MT, and 5:30 pm PT |
| Where? | Shell Energy |
| Where Can I Watch It? | Apple TV |
Why Bet on Houston Dynamo?
The Houston Dynamo sit in 10th place in the Western Conference, currently outside the Play-In zone. They have 26 points, just one behind ninth-place Austin FC. Their record stands at seven wins, five draws, and 10 losses, with 29 goals scored and 35 conceded.
They were on a two-game winning streak, including an impressive 4-3 away victory over San Diego FC. However, they lost 1-0 to Real Salt Lake over the weekend, with William Agada scoring in the first half. That defeat dropped them to 10th place and out of playoff contention.
At home, they’ve been one of the weakest teams in the league, with just four wins, one draw, and six losses. They’ve scored 14 goals and allowed 19. They’ve earned only six points from their last 15 available.
Ezequiel Ponce is the team’s top scorer with seven goals and had scored three in his previous two matches, but had a night to forget over the weekend, missing several chances.
Among the absentees for Ben Olsen’s team are goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell and defender Erik Sviatchenko.
Why Bet on Vancouver Whitecaps?
Vancouver Whitecaps had a strong start to the season and were at the top of the MLS table, but they’ve struggled over the past few months. They currently have 38 points from 11 wins, five draws, and five losses.
They’re coming off a heavy 3-0 defeat to Colorado Rapids, their second time losing by that scoreline recently, with the previous one against LA Galaxy.They’ve lost four of their last five matches, which speaks volumes about their current form.
The team has been plagued by key injuries and has also lost several important players during the Gold Cup. Ryan Gauld, Ali Ahmed, Sam Adekugbe, and Andrés Cubas—all international players—are sidelined due to injuries.
Brian White is the team’s top scorer, but he hasn’t found the net since May 24 due to being away with the U.S. national team. He has 10 goals, followed by Pedro Vite with four.
The only good news for head coach Jesper Sorensen is that forward Jayden Nelson is returning from suspension.
On the road, Vancouver has done relatively well with five wins, three draws, and three losses, but all three defeats have come in their last four away matches.
Final Betting Analysis: Houston Dynamo vs. Vancouver Whitecaps
It’s an important matchup in the Western Conference between two teams that aren’t at their best and need a win for a morale boost. We believe the Houston Dynamo has fewer key absences, and that will be the decisive factor in securing the victory.
The numbers at Gambyl Exchange favor the Houston Dynamo, with a Moneyline of +130, while the Vancouver Whitecaps sit at +212, and a draw is at +249.
The last time these two teams faced off was on September 18 of last year, ending in a 1-1 draw at this same stadium with goals from Ponce and White. Before that, Dynamo had won two straight, and at home, they are unbeaten in six matches with four victories.
Go for a win for the Houston Dynamo. If you bet $100 at +130, you will gain $130 for a total payout of $230.
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