Match Preview: Canadian Clash in Toronto for Vancouver Whitecaps

After a (seemingly) long break to the Whitecaps season just as they were picking up steam, the ‘Caps head over to the next destination of their extended road trip: Toronto. The two Canadian teams are looking a stark contrast from where they historically stand. Toronto is at the bottom of the East and in turmoil, whereas the Whitecaps are three points from taking second place … Continue reading Match Preview: Canadian Clash in Toronto for Vancouver Whitecaps

Getting to know NYCFC with Hudson River Blue

To preview the Saturday matchup between the Vancouver Whitecaps and NYCFC, we got together with Hudson River Blue to discuss what has been going on with the New York team since they travelled to BC Place in March of last year, as well as what to expect on Saturday. This is our chat with Oliver Strand, Executive Editor at Hudson River Blue. Looking back at … Continue reading Getting to know NYCFC with Hudson River Blue

Match Preview: Will the Whitecaps catch Fire in Chicago?

Wednesday night in Chicago, the Vancouver Whitecaps will look for their second consecutive road win as they take on the Fire at Soldier Field. After an entertaining 3-2 win over the Timbers this past weekend, the Whitecaps will have to rely on the depth and fitness of their squad as they face a quick turnaround. The good news for Vancouver is that Chicago faces a … Continue reading Match Preview: Will the Whitecaps catch Fire in Chicago?

Savarese Out: Whitecaps look to take advantage of struggling Portland Timbers

Saturday night at Providence Park, the Vancouver Whitecaps will open their seven-match road trip with a Cascadia clash against the Portland Timbers. While Vancouver is coming off a disappointing home loss to San Jose, their struggles pale in comparison to what Portland is going through at the moment. Following a 5-0 loss to Houston last weekend, the Timbers parted ways with long-time manager Gio Savarese, … Continue reading Savarese Out: Whitecaps look to take advantage of struggling Portland Timbers

Match Preview: Vancouver Whitecaps host San Jose

Sunday night at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps return to MLS action as they host the San Jose Earthquakes in a Western Conference showdown between two teams vying to improve their playoff positioning. For the Whitecaps, the Leagues Cup break has brought with it plenty of positive news stories, as they performed well against two big Liga MX clubs, and added two very well regarded … Continue reading Match Preview: Vancouver Whitecaps host San Jose

Match Preview: Whitecaps vs. Tigres UANL

The Vancouver Whitecaps take on Tigres UANL in Leagues Cup action this Friday. It’s a re-match of sorts as the ‘Caps played Tigres all the way back in the 2017 CONCACAF Champions League. At that time the Whitecaps were hopelessly outmatched, despite a relatively close scoreline. But now, the Whitecaps are a lot better and Tigres are a lot older so the contest should be … Continue reading Match Preview: Whitecaps vs. Tigres UANL

Pre-Match: Win and You’re In

The Vancouver Whitecaps are set to face the LA Galaxy in Leagues Cup action. A win of any kind will see Vancouver advance to the next round. The Galaxy are not very good but even not very good teams are more likely to win at home, so I guess we’ll see. LA played midweek against Club Leon, falling 1-0, so the Whitecaps will be hoping … Continue reading Pre-Match: Win and You’re In

Match Preview: Vancouver Whitecaps welcome Club León

Friday night at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps will host the 2023 CONCACAF Champions League winning side Club León in their first match of the new Leagues Cup competition. After two straight home wins over Austin FC and LA Galaxy in MLS play, Vancouver will be looking to carry their positive momentum right into the start of the new competition. In a group stage with … Continue reading Match Preview: Vancouver Whitecaps welcome Club León

Whitecaps looking to start a streak hosting the Galaxy

Right then, step one of two is done. Austin FC was taken out midweek in dramatic fashion, with DP Sergio Cordova finally opening his tally for the team. The Vancouver Whitecaps dispatched a red-hot Texan side, but their final opponent prior to the month-long league break, the LA Galaxy, are on a winning streak of their own. Overall, the Galaxy have been one of the … Continue reading Whitecaps looking to start a streak hosting the Galaxy

Pre Match: Snapping out of the Rut Against Austin

It’s been a disappointing pair of games for the Vancouver Whitecaps. Just as things were starting to look up, a couple of heartbreaking defeats have settled the ‘Caps in the fringe playoff spots. It’s not all doom and gloom within Vancouver’s camp though. Despite being on the wrong end of a famous Leo Chu performance, they have the opportunity to finish strong before the Leagues Cup … Continue reading Pre Match: Snapping out of the Rut Against Austin