The Whitecaps’ Early MLS Performance Explained
The Vancouver Whitecaps opened their MLS season with impressive displays across their first four matches, but recent form has dipped slightly, with a fifth-game loss to San Jose leaving them at 4 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss. While playing four of those five matches at home offered some advantage, their previously dominant performances have been less convincing against stronger opponents such as the Quakes … Continue reading The Whitecaps’ Early MLS Performance Explained
Coffee with the Caps, Monday March 30
Good Friday morning Caps fans. Hope you all had a lovely weekend and that your week ahead is a good one. The good news? April and spring are almost upon us. The international break marches on, with Sebastian Berhalter and Ralph Priso coming off the bench for their respective countries on Saturday. Rayan Elloumi also started for Tunisia in their friendly over the weekend as … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Monday March 30
3 Takeaways: A Disappointing Draw with Iceland
The Canadian Men’s National Team (CanMNT), ranked 30th in the world, drew 2–2 with 75th-ranked Iceland at Toronto’s BMO Field on Saturday, March 28. Two early goals by Icelandic striker Orri Óskarsson (9th and 21st minutes) were offset by two second-half penalty kicks by Jonathan David (67th and 75th minutes). Canada had heaps of late momentum but were halted in the 80th minute by a … Continue reading 3 Takeaways: A Disappointing Draw with Iceland
Coffee with the Caps, Friday March 27
Good Friday morning Caps fans. Hope you all are winding things down for the week and are headed for a relaxing and restful weekend. There isn’t much news to report, as we get a rare off week from MLS action due to the international break. Shout-out to the Caps in action, including Sebastian Berhalter and Ralph Priso, who will be suiting up in friendlies tomorrow. … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Friday March 27
Canada’s Midfield Is Stronger Than Ever
Since the January international window, two major events have shaken up the Canadian Men’s squad: Marcelo Flores, a 22-year-old Mexican-Canadian playing for Tigres in the Liga MX, filed a one-time switch to represent Canada, and Promise David, a 24-year-old playing for Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Pro League, underwent hip tendon surgery. Flores, a winger or central attacking midfielder (CAM), will likely join Canada’s 26-man … Continue reading Canada’s Midfield Is Stronger Than Ever
Coffee with the Caps, Monday March 23
Good Monday morning, Caps fans. Hope you had a good weekend and that the week ahead is a good one. The Caps’ perfect start was foiled by San Jose, with a belter from Beau Leroux being the only thing separating the two sides. Credit to San Jose, who have vastly improved their defensive shape since these two teams last met at BC Place. This was … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Monday March 23
Report Card: No Cutting Edge
Saturday night at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps suffered their first loss of the MLS season by a score of 1-0 against the San Jose Earthquakes. For the second straight match, the Whitecaps struggled to find a breakthrough when chasing the game, and San Jose, while perhaps not as well drilled and efficient as the Seattle Sounders before them, were equally effective in frustrating Jesper … Continue reading Report Card: No Cutting Edge
Post Match: Shaken up by the ‘Quakes
The Vancouver Whitecaps’ strong start to the 2025 MLS season came to a screeching halt on Saturday, as they fell 1-0 to the San Jose Earthquakes at BC Place, snapping a four-game winning streak in league play. Just days after their elimination from the Concacaf Champions Cup at the hands of the Seattle Sounders, some of the same problems that plagued the Whitecaps in Spokane … Continue reading Post Match: Shaken up by the ‘Quakes
The Third Sub Episode 262: The 2026 CCC dream is dead but the MLS show rolls on for the Whitecaps
In Episode 262 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy few weeks for the Vancouver Whitecaps. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat about all things Vancouver Whitecaps. To begin, they take a look at the latest results for the Whitecaps, … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 262: The 2026 CCC dream is dead but the MLS show rolls on for the Whitecaps
Match Preview: Who Needs the Champions Cup Anyway?
The Vancouver Whitecaps will look to bounce back from their disappointing Champions Cup exit when they welcome San Jose Earthquakes to BC Place, in what promises to be a true test of Vancouver’s title credentials. The Whitecaps have started the season in fine form, becoming the first MLS team ever to win their opening four games with a +13-goal differential. However, the nature of the … Continue reading Match Preview: Who Needs the Champions Cup Anyway?