Vancouver Whitecaps FC is set to host Mexican giants Pumas UNAM in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals on Thursday, April 3, at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada. This match presents a significant challenge for the Whitecaps as they aim to advance further in this prestigious tournament. (More Football News)
The Whitecaps’ journey to the quarterfinals has been marked by resilience and historic achievements. They secured their spot by overcoming the Costa Rican side Deportivo Saprissa with a 3-2 aggregate victory.
In the Round of 16, Vancouver faced CF Monterrey and made history by advancing past a Mexican club for the first time in the Concacaf Champions Cup. They drew 2-2 in the second leg and progressed on away goals after finishing with a 3-3 aggregate result.
Pumas UNAM reached the quarterfinals by defeating Canadian Premier League side Cavalry FC with a 3-2 aggregate win in the opening round, followed by a 3-1 aggregate victory over Costa Rican club Liga Deportiva Alajuelense in the Round of 16.
This quarterfinal clash serves as a rematch of the 2024 Leagues Cup Round of 32, where Pumas won 2-0 at BC Place, marking the first-ever meeting between the two clubs.
Historically, MLS teams have faced significant challenges when competing against Mexican clubs in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The Whitecaps’ recent success against Monterrey demonstrates their growing competitiveness on the international stage.
The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown a mixed form in their recent matches. They secured a 1-0 away win against FC Dallas on March 16, but suffered a 1-3 home defeat to Chicago Fire on March 23, followed by a 0-0 draw against Toronto FC on March 29. Pumas UNAM, on the other hand, recorded a 2-1 away victory over Club León on March 31, indicating strong form leading into the quarterfinal matchup.
Vancouver Whitecaps Vs Pumas UNAM, CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025 - Live Streaming Details
When is the Vancouver Whitecaps Vs Pumas UNAM, CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025, Quarter-Final 1st Leg match?
The Vancouver Whitecaps Vs Pumas UNAM, CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025, Quarter-Final 1st Leg match will be played on 3 April, Thursday at 7:00 AM IST at BC Place, Vancouver.
Where to watch the Vancouver Whitecaps Vs Pumas UNAM, CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025, Quarter-Final 1st Leg match?
The Vancouver Whitecaps Vs Pumas UNAM, CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025, Quarter-Final 1st Leg match will be available to live stream on the FanCode app and website in India. It will be telecast live on OneSoccer, FuboTV, and TELUS channel 980.
