On a four-match unbeaten league run, Sporting KC sit two points adrift of conference leaders DC United.
The reigning MLS Cup champions travel to the Columbus Crew on Wednesday, eyeing an opportunity to go top.
Vermes said Saturday's win was set up by his team's pressing, and he will be hoping to see more of the same at the Columbus Crew Stadium.
"The bottom line is, it all came through us pressuring high up the field," he told reporters.
"We pushed them to make a mistake, and the guys were swarming to get in a good position.
"When you're putting pressure like that on an opposing team, especially at home, I think what you do is you wind up creating opportunities for yourself."
Wright-Phillips' New York Red Bulls are also in action on Wednesday as they look to continue their fine form when they visit the Philadelphia Union.
On a five-match unbeaten league run, the Red Bulls – fourth in the East – are full of confidence ahead of their clash against the Union.
