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 Houston Dynamo FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC: A Scots Perspective

The Houston Dynamo FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC are two of the most popular football clubs in North America. Both clubs have a passionate fan base and a rich history. In recent years, the two clubs have developed a fierce rivalry.

The Dynamo were founded in 2005, while the Whitecaps were founded in 1974. The two clubs first met in MLS in 2012. The Dynamo have won the majority of the meetings between the two clubs, with a record of 15 wins, 7 losses, and 10 draws.

The Dynamo and Whitecaps have both had a number of Scottish players on their rosters over the years. Some of the most notable Scottish players to have played for the Dynamo include Colin Clark, Ross Wallace, and Adam Moffat. Some of the most notable Scottish players to have played for the Whitecaps include Kenny Miller, Russell Teibert, and David Ousted.

The Dynamo and Whitecaps are both members of the Western Conference in MLS. The two clubs are also rivals in the Cascadia Cup, which is an annual competition between the four teams in the Pacific Northwest (Portland Timbers, Seattle Sounders FC, Vancouver Whitecaps FC, and Houston Dynamo FC).

The Dynamo and Whitecaps played each other twice in the 2023 MLS season. The Dynamo won the first meeting 2-1, while the Whitecaps won the second meeting 3-2.

The Dynamo and Whitecaps are both expected to be contenders for the MLS playoffs in 2024. Both clubs have strong rosters and experienced coaches. It should be another exciting season of rivalry between the two clubs.

Scots Connection to Houston Dynamo FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC

There is a long history of Scottish players and coaches in MLS. The Dynamo and Whitecaps have both had a number of Scottish players on their rosters over the years.

Colin Clark was the first Scottish player to play for the Dynamo. Clark joined the Dynamo in 2011 and played for the club for six seasons. He is the Dynamo's all-time leading scorer with 57 goals.

Ross Wallace was another Scottish player who played for the Dynamo. Wallace joined the Dynamo in 2015 and played for the club for two seasons. He was a key player for the Dynamo in 2015, when they reached the MLS Cup Final.

Adam Moffat is the current Scottish player on the Dynamo roster. Moffat joined the Dynamo in 2022. He is a versatile player who can play as a winger or a full-back.

Kenny Miller was the first Scottish player to play for the Whitecaps. Miller joined the Whitecaps in 2014 and played for the club for two seasons. He was a key player for the Whitecaps in 2014, when they reached the MLS Playoffs for the first time.

Russell Teibert is the current Scottish player on the Whitecaps roster. Teibert is a Canadian international who was born in Scotland. He has been with the Whitecaps since 2012 and is the club's all-time leading appearance maker with 295 appearances.

David Ousted is the former Scottish goalkeeper who played for the Whitecaps. Ousted joined the Whitecaps in 2013 and played for the club for five seasons. He was a key player for the Whitecaps in 2015, when they reached the MLS Cup Final.

The Dynamo and Whitecaps have also had a number of Scottish coaches. Dom Kinnear was the head coach of the Dynamo from 2006 to 2014. Kinnear is a Scottish-American who was born in Scotland. He led the Dynamo to two MLS Cups and one U.S. Open Cup.

Carl Robinson was the head coach of the Whitecaps from 2014 to 2018. Robinson is a Welsh-born coach who played for a number of Scottish clubs, including Dundee United and Celtic. He led the Whitecaps to the MLS Playoffs in 2015 and 2017.

Why Scots Love Houston Dynamo FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC

There are a number of reasons why Scots love the Houston Dynamo FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. First, both clubs have a Scottish connection. A number of Scottish players and coaches have played for and coached both clubs over the years.

Second, both clubs are exciting to watch. The Dynamo and Whitecaps are both known for their attacking style of play. Both clubs also have a passionate fan base.