When is the MLS Western Conference Final between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and San Diego FC?

The MLS Western Conference Final between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and San Diego FC is scheduled for Saturday.

Which players are key in the San Diego FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC match?

Key players include San Diego's Thomas Müller and Vancouver's Anders Dreyer, as well as Vancouver's midfield pairing of Sebastian Berhalter and Andrés Cubas.

Has San Diego FC reached the MLS Conference Final before?

No, this is the first time San Diego FC has reached the Conference Final, making them the second expansion team in MLS history to do so.

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MLS Western Final: New Teams Clash!

28 Nov

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Summary

Both teams reach conference final for the first time.
San Diego is second expansion team to reach this stage.
Key players Müller and Lozano have history.

The Western Conference final will feature a historic clash between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and San Diego FC, the season's top two teams. This marks the first time either club has reached this stage of the playoffs. San Diego FC, an expansion team, has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming only the second expansion side in MLS history to advance this far, following in the footsteps of the 1998 Chicago Fire. The Whitecaps are also celebrating their best season since their 2011 MLS debut.

The match-up is highlighted by potential game-defining individual battles, notably between San Diego's Thomas Müller and Vancouver's Anders Dreyer. Despite not directly opposing each other on the field, their impact and leadership are crucial. Dreyer has had an outstanding season, while Müller, a recent arrival, brings significant experience. Vancouver's midfield, led by Sebastian Berhalter and Andrés Cubas, will be key in controlling the central areas against San Diego's attack, especially considering Vancouver's defensive injury concerns.