A high-stakes clash awaits at BC Place as Vancouver Whitecaps host Portland Timbers at 4:30 AM today, both eyeing a key result in the MLS.

Vancouver Whitecaps enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Portland Timbers will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Vancouver Whitecaps hold the edge with 5 wins to Portland Timbers's 3 in 10 meetings. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Vancouver Whitecaps edged it 1-4.

With so much at stake in the MLS, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.