Vancouver Whitecaps missed out on the top seed in the Western Conference, as they suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to FC Dallas on Decision Day. Vancouver was hoping for a stress-free Decision Day, as after Thomas Müller’s heroics in Orlando, the Whitecaps came into this game knowing that if they avoided defeat (or Portland took at least a point off San Diego), they would end … Continue reading Post Match: Decision Day Frustration
Thomas Müller scored a 97th-minute winner as Vancouver Whitecaps came from behind to snatch all three points at Orlando City. Orlando took the lead midway through the first half after Dagur Thorhallsson broke free to finish. Vancouver piled pressure onto their hosts, and they eventually found their equaliser as Nelson Pierre notched his first MLS goal for the club, before Müller’s late heroics confirmed the three … Continue reading Post Match: Ball Don’t Lie
“It’s basically over if, for any significant period of time, Ryan Gauld isn’t 100% healthy.” That was published on The Third Sub page right at the start of the season, in Caleb’s comments when asked about the biggest potential setback for the Whitecaps in the Preseason Preview. Although it was just one prediction, those words reflected the sentiment felt by most Whitecaps followers heading into … Continue reading The Captain’s Return
Vancouver Whitecaps produced yet another scintillating display in their quest to secure the Western Conference title, as they defeated a subpar San Jose Earthquakes team 4-1. Perhaps San Jose should consider signing Tim Ford on a permanent move. Buoyed after lifting a fourth consecutive Canadian Championship trophy in midweek, the Whitecaps made two changes to their side, as Jayden Nelson replaced Emmanuel Sabbi on the … Continue reading Post Match: Cruise Control
Although the entire squad has been sensational over the course of the season, one man’s campaign epitomises the Vancouver Whitecaps’ rise this year more than any other. Last season, Sebastian Berhalter had to work tirelessly to earn himself a place in the starting lineup under Vanni Sartini. He eventually secured his spot in the side just in time for the run-in, but his endeavours were … Continue reading “You want to keep getting better” Sebastian Berhalter on his Rise to Stardom
A late equaliser from Brian White on his return from injury saw Vancouver Whitecaps snatch a dramatic 1-1 draw with Portland Timbers in a crucial clash at the top of the MLS standings. Portland started the game on top as they tormented the Whitecaps’ makeshift backline, but a string of saves from Yohei Takaoka kept his team in the game. However, his heroics were in … Continue reading Report Card: Guess Who’s Back
A scintillating first-half display was enough for the Vancouver Whitecaps to earn a vital 2-0 victory over Western Conference bottom-feeders Sporting Kansas City. In a fashion very similar to the way they dismantled Philadelphia Union and Forge FC, in the opening 45 minutes, Vancouver tore Kansas apart. Some sensational creative play made goals for Edier Ocampo and Kenji Cabrera, who were able to capitalize on … Continue reading Report Card: A Big First Half
Wow. Just wow. A three week break clearly did the Vancouver Whitecaps no harm, as they blew away Eastern Conference leaders Philadelphia Union 7-0 with an absolutely spectacular showing. It was a scintillating display from minute one to the final whistle. Vancouver looked polished going forward and defensively, and they were clinical when they had their chances. After relying on the last gasp drama of … Continue reading Post Match: Top of the League?
As we approach the end of a gruelling 2025 campaign, the Vancouver Whitecaps are still in contention for silverware in multiple competitions. The season started in sensational fashion, as a sequence of 10 wins and 5 draws from their opening 16 MLS matches saw them rise to the top of the Supporters Shield standings. The phenomenal form continued in a run on the continental front, … Continue reading What does it take to be a true contender?
The Vancouver Whitecaps returned to winning ways with a dramatic 3-2 victory over St. Louis City on Saturday night. It was a much needed three points for the Whitecaps, having dropped points in their last two clashes with teams outside the Western Conference playoffs. However, the victory did not come without controversy, as two questionable penalty decisions went Vancouver’s way, including one which allowed Thomas … Continue reading Report Card: A Win is a Win