The CONCACAF Champions Cup final between Cruz Azul and Vancouver Whitecaps FC is set for June 2, 2025. Fans in Italy, Germany, France and Spain can tune in at 03:00 CEST, while viewers in the UK should be ready for kick-off at 02:00 BST.
Estadio Olímpico Universitario in Mexico City will host this all-important showdown as Cruz Azul aims to lift the trophy on home soil, while Vancouver searches for Canadian club history by becoming the first side from the nation to win the competition.
How are both teams coming into this?
Cruz Azul arrive with confidence after navigating a tough knockout schedule en route to the final. The Mexican side have rediscovered their traditional defensive solidity and home-field atmosphere at the Olímpico Universitario promises to give them an extra edge against the visitors.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC head south looking to etch their name into the record books. Brian White’s goal threat has been instrumental throughout the tournament, and the Whitecaps will need him to deliver on the big stage if they are to upset a storied Cruz Azul lineup.
Our forecast
Expect a tightly contested affair with Cruz Azul likely to control possession early on, probing for openings against a disciplined Vancouver back line. The Whitecaps will sit deep and look to hit on the break, relying on counter-attacks and set-piece opportunities.
Our prediction is a home victory by a narrow margin, perhaps 2-1 to Cruz Azul. However, Vancouver’s resilience means this could go down to the wire—and a single moment of quality may decide a classic final.
Best odds
Bet365: Cruz Azul 2.00 | Draw 3.50 | Vancouver 3.75
William Hill: Cruz Azul 2.05 | Draw 3.60 | Vancouver 3.80
Betfair: Cruz Azul 2.10 | Draw 3.55 | Vancouver 3.65
