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Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Post-Match Review #20– Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs LAFC: Drubbing at the “Banc”

Coming off a tough loss in Seattle last week, the Vancouver Whitecaps were looking to bounce back against league leaders LAFC in this one, as they made the trek down to the feared Banc of California stadium. Having won in the earlier meeting between these two teams, there was some confidence that they could do the same again, but those thoughts were quickly erased as … Continue reading Post-Match Review #20– Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs LAFC: Drubbing at the “Banc”

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Thoughts and Musings: Adnan Signs, What Should be Next for the Caps?

Welcome back to Thoughts and Musings, a column where I ponder the happenings in Whitecaps and Canadian Soccer lore. Our first edition (check that out here) was well-received, so we’ll continue to do it as long as there is stuff to talk about in Whitecaps Land or in the Canada Soccer World. In today’s edition, we take a look at some Whitecaps news, with the … Continue reading Thoughts and Musings: Adnan Signs, What Should be Next for the Caps?

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2019 Match Preview #20: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs LAFC: Revenge of the Goats?

After a heartbreaking result down in Seattle last Saturday spoiled their six game unbeaten run, the Vancouver Whitecaps look to bounce back on the road, as they fly down to LA to take on league leaders LAFC. It promises to be an entertaining rematch between two sides that duked things out back in mid-April, when a floundering Whitecaps squad got their season on track with … Continue reading 2019 Match Preview #20: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs LAFC: Revenge of the Goats?

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Wayback Wednesday: Octavio Rivero Comes to Vancouver

When Pedro Morales stood over the ball in the 96th minute of the 2015 clash between the Vancouver Whitecaps and Orlando City SC, there was excitement amongst supporters, as it was a great chance to provide a deadly final action in a 0-0 game. With Vancouver being known as a solid set-piece team under coach Carl Robinson, and Morales being well-recognized for his juicy deliveries, … Continue reading Wayback Wednesday: Octavio Rivero Comes to Vancouver

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2019 Match Preview #18: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs FC Dallas: Rodeo at Toyota Stadium

While they ultimately ended up dropping two points in an entertaining match against the Colorado Rapids last Saturday, the Vancouver Whitecaps continue their return from the international break as they kick off a lengthy road trip with a visit to Dallas this Wednesday. While they may head into this one feeling slightly disappointed due to the result against the Rapids, they have now picked up … Continue reading 2019 Match Preview #18: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs FC Dallas: Rodeo at Toyota Stadium

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CANMNT

With a Historic Offensive Output in the Group Stage now in the Rearview Mirror, Canada Looks to Take Down Haiti as the Quest for Their Second Gold Cup Continues

All things considered, Canada can be very happy about their performance to date during this CONCACAF Gold Cup 2019. Having scored 12 goals, only conceding 3, the only blemish on their record came on the second matchday, where they fell to CONCACAF giants, Mexico. While that result certainly left a bad taste in the mouths of many Canadian fans, as Canada was unable to trouble … Continue reading With a Historic Offensive Output in the Group Stage now in the Rearview Mirror, Canada Looks to Take Down Haiti as the Quest for Their Second Gold Cup Continues

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Post-Match Review #17– Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Colorado Rapids FC: Kicking off the Summer With a Bang

After a lengthy absence from MLS play, the Caps returned to action against the Colorado Rapids at BC Place. After the Caps took 3 points in their first matchup back in May, the Rapids were more fortunate this time around, as the teams split the points in what proved to be a rather entertaining match between two Western Conference foes. With Kei Kamara and Nico … Continue reading Post-Match Review #17– Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Colorado Rapids FC: Kicking off the Summer With a Bang

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2019 Match Preview #17: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Colorado Rapids: Old Friends Return

After a 3 week break as many international tournaments around the world kicked off, the Vancouver Whitecaps are back in action tomorrow as they will face the Colorado Rapids at BC Place. After going into the break in great form, picking up points in 7 of their last 8 matches, they will look to continue that run as the season progresses towards the business end … Continue reading 2019 Match Preview #17: Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Colorado Rapids: Old Friends Return

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Zachary Brault-Guillard: The Humble Lyon Product With the Heart of a Lion

Back in March, when Canada Soccer was in Vancouver for the week leading up to their crucial Nations League qualifier against French Guiana, we had the chance to interview a couple of players, including young starlets Jonathan David and Ballou Tabla (Check out our piece on Tabla here.). The third player we got to interview was Zachary Brault-Guillard, a young and talented right back currently … Continue reading Zachary Brault-Guillard: The Humble Lyon Product With the Heart of a Lion

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CANMNT

How Canada Should Look to Maximize Their Talent This Gold Cup

After what has felt like an eternity spent waiting, the 2019 edition of the Gold Cup is finally about to kick off. For the 15th time in history, CONCACAF’s finest will battle it out, with one team being left standing, champions of North and Central America. For Canada, they are aiming to be that team for the second time in their history, after having triumphed … Continue reading How Canada Should Look to Maximize Their Talent This Gold Cup

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