Vancouver Whitecaps will host Inter Miami in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup 2025 semi-final at BC Place. Both sides are unbeaten in recent matches, and this clash could set the tone for a thrilling semi-final. All eyes will be on Lionel Messi as Inter Miami aim to gain an edge in Vancouver.
🗓️ Date: April 25, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 8:15 AM
⏰ Indian Time: 8:00 AM
⏰ USA Time: April 24, 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT
🏟️ Venue: BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
👨⚖️ Referee: Mario Alberto Escobar Toca
🎥 VAR: In use
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Inter Miami: Team Preview
Vancouver Whitecaps’ Performance
The Canadian side comes into the match after a solid performance against Pumas UNAM in the quarterfinals. At home for the first leg, Vancouver will look to capitalize on the advantage and avoid repeating past mistakes against Inter Miami.
They are unbeaten in their last five matches and will rely heavily on their attacking force, especially striker Brian White, who has already netted three times in the tournament.
Inter Miami’s Performance
Inter Miami continues to show their class under Javier Mascherano. The Herons sealed a strong 3-1 comeback victory against LAFC midweek and remain undefeated in their last four games.
With Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez leading the attack, Miami will look to score crucial away goals. However, playing away from home may test their resolve.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Inter Miami: H2H
- Total Matches: 1
- Vancouver Whitecaps Wins: 0
- Inter Miami Wins: 1
- Draws: 0
✅ Vancouver are unbeaten in their last 5 matches
✅ Inter Miami are unbeaten in their last 4 matches
✅ Messi has 5 goals in 5 Concacaf Champions Cup appearances
✅ Brian White has 3 goals in 6 games for Vancouver
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Inter Miami: Prediction
Vancouver are strong at home and will have the crowd behind them. But Messi and Co. have the experience and form to strike when it matters. It’s expected to be a close affair, with Vancouver having a slight edge at home.
🔮 Prediction: Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1 Inter Miami
Team News
Vancouver Whitecaps
✅ Available: Brian White, Rios, Sabbi, Takaoka
❌ Unavailable: Jayden Nelson, Mathias Laborda, others (injuries)
Vancouver Whitecaps Possible XI:
Takaoka; Ocampo, Blackmon, Veselinovic, Johnson; Cubas, Priso-Mbongue, Vite; Rios, White, Sabbi
Inter Miami
✅ Available: Messi, Suarez, Busquets, Alba
❌ Unavailable: Baltasar Rodriguez, David Ruiz, others (injuries)
↺ Rotation Expected: Ustari or Callender in goal
Inter Miami Possible XI:
Ustari; Weigandt, Lujan, Allen, Alba; Cremaschi, Busquets, Bright, Allende; Messi, Suarez
📺 Where to Watch – Vancouver Whitecaps vs Inter Miami
✅ Nepal, India: FanCode
✅ USA: fubo TV
✅ International: YouTube
