Vancouver Whitecaps FC are favored to win with odds of 1.65 compared to CS Cartaginés at 2.40, reflecting their superior MLS pedigree and recent form. The Whitecaps have won 4 of their last 5 CONCACAF competitions matches, while Cartaginés are competing in their first Champions Cup campaign with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts at 3:00 AM UTC on February 19, 2026, which corresponds to 10:00 PM EST on February 18, 2026 for North American viewers, and 7:00 PM CST for Central American locations.

The match will be played at Estadio Cartaginés in San José, Costa Rica, a venue with a capacity of 23,000 seats known for its passionate local support and challenging conditions for visiting teams.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC are predicted to secure victory with moneyline odds of 1.65 on DexWin. They bring significant continental experience with 12 goals scored across their last 4 CONCACAF matches, while Cartaginés have limited exposure at this competition level despite strong domestic form in the Costa Rican Primera División.

This is the first competitive meeting between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and CS Cartaginés in CONCACAF Champions Cup history. Vancouver enters with extensive continental tournament experience across multiple seasons, while Cartaginés are making their debut in this elite regional competition, creating a significant experience gap in head-to-head dynamics.