St. Louis CITY SC Hosts Vancouver Whitecaps in Key Matchup

ST. LOUIS, MO — St. Louis CITY SC is poised to wrap up its homestand with a critical Western Conference match against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Energizer Park. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT. Fans can catch the action live on MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app and tune in to the English broadcast on KYKY Y98.1 FM, with Spanish coverage provided by KXOK 102.9 FM.

This weekend’s match carries extra significance as the club celebrates Energizer Park’s LEED Gold certification, reflecting its commitment to sustainability under the Goal: ZERO initiative aimed at achieving zero waste and a greener future for St. Louis.

Pre-game festivities include the CITY Block Party starting at 4:30 p.m., featuring a live set by DJ Mitch Marku, opportunities to spin a prize wheel, take selfies at designated stations, and enjoy food from local vendors like Steve’s Hot Dogs and Balkan Treat Box. The event is open and free for fans of all ages.

Gates will open at 6:00 p.m., and attendees are encouraged to order food in advance using the CITY App. The first 7,500 fans will receive a reusable fan pouch, courtesy of Moneta, while the stadium will showcase the 2025 Adidas One Planet Pre-Match Jersey, which players will wear during warm-ups.

Following the match, fans are invited to the post-game CITY Full Time celebration at the ULTRA Club, creating a lively community atmosphere to wrap up the evening.

In their last outing, St. Louis CITY SC faced a tough 2-1 defeat against the Columbus Crew, with João Klauss scoring his first goal of the season. The team consistently generated scoring opportunities but fell victim to two unanswered goals after taking an early lead. Mykhi Joyner, a Homegrown player, made his first appearance of the season during that match, showcasing the club’s youth talent.

The head-to-head history between St. Louis and Vancouver favors the Whitecaps, who hold a 3-1-0 advantage. Though CITY SC won the inaugural match 3-1, they have struggled in subsequent contests. The teams have a history of high-scoring games, accounting for 19 goals across four matchups. Additionally, forward Simon Becher will face his former club for the first time since being drafted by the Whitecaps.

Vancouver enters the match as one of the top teams in the league, currently leading the Supporters’ Shield with 19 points and a league-high 17 goals. Their recent powerful win against Austin FC, where Brian White netted four goals, has set the stage for an exciting matchup against CITY SC.

“City fans should expect a thrilling game,” said CITY SC’s head coach. “Vancouver is a talented team, and we’re eager to rise to the challenge on our home turf.” With the stakes high in this critical Western Conference duel, momentum and home advantage could play a significant role in the outcome.