Match Preview: Road Stand Ends in Rockies
On Saturday night, Vancouver Whitecaps continue their quest to finish top of the Western Conference when they travel to Colorado Rapids for the final match of their five-match road trip. Despite still leading the pack, Vancouver have been through a rocky patch in recent weeks. But points at LAFC when down to ten men and against in-form St. Louis City FC showed signs of improvement, … Continue reading Match Preview: Road Stand Ends in Rockies
Guess the Starting XI – Match Thirty One vs. Colorado
Welcome back, everyone. The Vancouver Whitecaps are closing out their road trip this weekend with a visit to the Colorado Rapids. The Rapids currently sit ninth, in the final play-in spot, and haven’t won in their last six matches. That stretch included a US Open Cup semifinal loss to St. Louis. With a tough schedule ahead, they’ll be looking to take advantage of home field … Continue reading Guess the Starting XI – Match Thirty One vs. Colorado
Coffee with the Caps, Friday October 23
Good Friday morning Caps fans. I hope you all are having a great week and that you’re gearing up for the weekend. It was a busy week in Canadian soccer but, sadly, not for the Whitecaps, who had to watch the Voyageurs Cup get handed out from home. It was an eventful Wednesday in Montreal, however, with Forge upsetting the home side in penalty kicks … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Friday October 23
Coffee with the Caps, Monday October 19
Good Monday afternoon Caps fans. I hope you all had a lovely weekend and are gearing up for the week ahead. The Caps got back to winning ways in Austin, turning around a 1-0 halftime deficit into a 2-1 win. It wasn’t a great performance from Vancouver, but I thought they did enough to merit the three points. Outside of Myrto Uzuni’s goal, which came … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Monday October 19
Post Match: Turning the Tables
The Vancouver Whitecaps came from behind to grab a sorely needed three points, besting Austin FC 2-1 at Q2 Park on Saturday night. The Caps dominated the first half, up until the point that Myrto Uzuni scored a gift in the 40th minute. But second-half goals from Ryan Gauld and a stunner from Yadaly Diaby helped get the Caps over the line for three points. … Continue reading Post Match: Turning the Tables
Match Preview: Choosin’ Texas
On Saturday night in Austin, the Vancouver Whitecaps continue their extended road trip as they take on Austin FC at Q2 Stadium, looking to build on the positive form they’ve shown over their last two matches. Back in September, Austin FC stunned the Whitecaps with a 2-1 win at BC Place, despite being thoroughly outplayed for much of the match. Brian White briefly brought Vancouver … Continue reading Match Preview: Choosin’ Texas
Guess the Starting XI – Match Thirty vs. Austin
Welcome back, everyone. The Whitecaps are in Austin this weekend as they look for revenge against the Verde after September’s loss at BC Place. For the latest on the matchup, check out our preview. Match Preview: Choosin’ Texas Alright, without further delay, on to rules and standings we go. Guess the XI – Competition Rules • Predictions are considered valid only if posted in the … Continue reading Guess the Starting XI – Match Thirty vs. Austin
Coffee with the Caps, Friday October 16
Good Friday morning Caps fans. I hope you all are having a good week and that the weekend is beckoning. The Caps survived a do-or-die showdown with red-hot St. Louis City, grabbing a 0-0 draw and maintaining their spot at the top of the Western Conference. This was a tale of two halves. The Caps were very good in the first half, piling on the … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Friday October 16
Post Match: Unfinished Business in the West
Wednesday night in St. Louis, the matchup between the top two teams in the West ended in a 0-0 draw. The Whitecaps once again showed encouraging signs of returning to form, but were unable to come away with all three points. Vancouver made just one change to their weekend lineup in LA, with Mathías Laborda replacing the suspended Tristan Blackmon. The match started very strongly … Continue reading Post Match: Unfinished Business in the West
Match Preview: Potential Western Conference Decider
After holding LAFC to a 1-1 draw with ten men on the weekend, Vancouver Whitecaps continue their long road stretch when they travel to Western Conference contenders St. Louis City in a game that may decide the top seed in the West. This game needs no introduction. These two are the only sides in the West to have booked their place in the postseason, and … Continue reading Match Preview: Potential Western Conference Decider