Vancouver Whitecaps cruised to a 5-1 victory over Seattle Sounders FC on Sunday, completing a season sweep and clinching first place in the Western Conference. Brian White opened the scoring just 60 seconds in, heading home the early goal. Ryan Gauld dominated the attack, recording a goal and two assists, while Bruno Caicedo added another assist.
Defender Mathias Laborda matched his career high with his fifth goal of the season. Seattle managed a late consolation goal from Jordan Morris, but Aleksa Cvetkovic answered quickly to make it 5-1. With the win, Vancouver improved to 18-8-7, securing the top seed.
Seattle remains ninth in the West, clinging to the final playoff spot. The result sets up a crucial MLS Decision Day showdown between Seattle and Portland Timbers. Vancouver will finish the season on the road against Montreal.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing