The Third Sub Episode 185: Whitecaps season comes to an end in controversial fashion vs. LAFC

In Episode 185, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps and the MLS Cup Playoffs.  Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps and the end of their 2023 campaign, after their recent MLS Cup Playoffs elimination at the hands of … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 185: Whitecaps season comes to an end in controversial fashion vs. LAFC

It’s all over: ‘Caps eliminated from MLS Cup playoffs after game 2 defeat to LAFC

The Vancouver Whitecaps 2023 MLS campaign came to a close on Sunday, as they fell 1-0 to LAFC in game 2 of their first-round MLS Cup playoff matchup at BC Place. After losing game 1 by a score of 5-2 a week prior, the Whitecaps were unable to force a decisive third game in their best-of-three matchup, as a 24th-minute penalty from LAFC would be … Continue reading It’s all over: ‘Caps eliminated from MLS Cup playoffs after game 2 defeat to LAFC

Third Sub Episode 180: Familiar issues crop up for ‘Caps as marathon road trip comes to an end

In Episode 180 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy week for the Vancouver Whitecaps, as well as some CPL chatter. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps and the Canadian Premier League. To begin, they take … Continue reading Third Sub Episode 180: Familiar issues crop up for ‘Caps as marathon road trip comes to an end

Vancouver Whitecaps complete League 1 BC treble with finals sweep at BC Place

The Vancouver Whitecaps capped off a perfect League 1 BC campaign on Saturday, as they swept both the women’s and men’s finals to complete a special treble. Having also won the Juan De Fuca Plate as the League 1 BC side with the most combined women’s and men’s points, they did what Nautsa’mawt was unable to do in 2022, where they won the JDF Plate … Continue reading Vancouver Whitecaps complete League 1 BC treble with finals sweep at BC Place

Third Sub Episode 157: Dèja vu for Whitecaps in San Jose, and bring on the CCL Fever

In Episode 157, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps, as they start to reach the first busy stretch of their still-young 2023 season. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps, as they progressed through their 2023 MLS season this … Continue reading Third Sub Episode 157: Dèja vu for Whitecaps in San Jose, and bring on the CCL Fever

Vancouver Whitecaps show good growth, but revert to old habits in season-opening loss to RSL

The Vancouver Whitecaps opened their 2023 MLS season with a 2-1 loss to RSL at BC Place. Here’s a look back at what went wrong for them in this one. It was a tale of two halves for the Whitecaps.  During the first stanza, you’d be excused if you took a double take. Or rechecked your match program. Certainly most of those watching the game … Continue reading Vancouver Whitecaps show good growth, but revert to old habits in season-opening loss to RSL

The Third Sub Episode 137: Vancouver Whitecaps surprise in Dallas, get set for big CanChamp semi-final

In Episode 137 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into an intriguing weekend of Vancouver Whitecaps chatter. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast presented by Macey’s Sports! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps after a big weekend for the club. First, they look at … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 137: Vancouver Whitecaps surprise in Dallas, get set for big CanChamp semi-final

Leaving it Late (Again): Vancouver Whitecaps continue surge with late 2-1 win over RSL

The Vancouver Whitecaps took on Real Salt Lake in MLS action Saturday. Here’s our match report from that one.  There continues to be no place like home for the Vancouver Whitecaps.  Back at BC Place after a short three-game road trip, the ‘Caps picked up where they left off last time out, nabbing a late 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake, continuing their surprise push … Continue reading Leaving it Late (Again): Vancouver Whitecaps continue surge with late 2-1 win over RSL

“There’s no better feeling”: CanWNT/CanXNT mark return to Vancouver in memorable fashion with commanding 2-0 win over Nigeria

The CanWNT/CanXNT took on Nigeria in friendly action at BC Place on Friday, coming as part of their Olympic gold medal ‘Celebration Tour’. Here’s what stood out to us from that one.  It was a game befitting of a ‘Celebration Tour’.  On a night where there was a lot of partying off the pitch for the CanWNT/CanXNT, and for good reason, they made sure to … Continue reading “There’s no better feeling”: CanWNT/CanXNT mark return to Vancouver in memorable fashion with commanding 2-0 win over Nigeria

“It’s an important game”: Vancouver Whitecaps looking to keep up positive momentum ahead of Cascadia Cup clash vs Portland

The Vancouver Whitecaps are getting set to take on the Portland Timbers in MLS action this weekend. Here’s our preview ahead of that one.  With their season off the mark, they now want to get on a roll.  And a perfect opportunity to do so lies in front of them this weekend. Fresh off of a big 1-0 win over Sporting Kansas City at BC … Continue reading “It’s an important game”: Vancouver Whitecaps looking to keep up positive momentum ahead of Cascadia Cup clash vs Portland