REF’s picks

Vancouver Whitecaps hold the top spot in the standings and enjoy home-field advantage against a Seattle side struggling with heavy roster absences. Even with notable injuries of their own, the Whitecaps possess the depth and attacking consistency at BC Place to break down a vulnerable Sounders defence.

1. 1Vancouver sit comfortably at the summit of the table with strong home form, while Seattle have dropped points consistently on their travels.
2. 2The Sounders arrive with a depleted squad missing key starters like Pedro de la Vega and Yeimar Gómez, severely limiting their tactical options.
3. 3Injuries to frontline figures such as Brian White could blunt the hosts' clinical edge and leave room for a tight, nervy contest if Seattle park the bus.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.