The Third Sub Episode 216: Whitecaps return to action after Leagues Cup break; Rise is announced as NSL name

In Episode 216 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy week for the Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver Rise, and more. 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 Vancouver Rise amid a busy week for both the men’s … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 216: Whitecaps return to action after Leagues Cup break; Rise is announced as NSL name

The Third Sub Episode 212: Whitecaps continue to pick up results amid busy stretch in MLS, Canadian Championship

In Episode 212 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy week of action for the Vancouver Whitecaps as they continue to roll through a hectic month of July. 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. To begin, … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 212: Whitecaps continue to pick up results amid busy stretch in MLS, Canadian Championship

The Third Sub Episode 206: Whitecaps narrowly avoid disaster vs Cavalry as slump continues; BC CPL teams get set for Salish Sea Derby

In Episode 206 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy week for the Vancouver Whitecaps, Pacific FC, Vancouver FC, League 1 BC and more.  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, Pacific FC, Vancouver FC, League 1 … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 206: Whitecaps narrowly avoid disaster vs Cavalry as slump continues; BC CPL teams get set for Salish Sea Derby

Whitecaps advance in Canadian Championship despite “shameful” 2nd leg loss to Cavalry

By Samuel Rowan and Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic.  Tuesday night at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps lost 1-0 to Cavalry FC in the second leg of their Canadian Championship quarter-final matchup, but advanced 2-2 on away goals to move on to the next round of the competition. It was an incredibly frustrating night at home for Vancouver, who looked out of sorts throughout the match, and as … Continue reading Whitecaps advance in Canadian Championship despite “shameful” 2nd leg loss to Cavalry

3 key storylines as the Whitecaps get set to begin second half of 2023 MLS season

The Vancouver Whitecaps capped off a four-game homestand last week, as they drew Supporters Shield leading FC Cincinnati 1-1 at BC Place, after a late Ryan Gauld penalty cancelled out a Lucho Acosta wondergoal just minutes earlier.  With that, the Whitecaps also reached the halfway mark of their MLS regular season, as they played their 17th of 34 games.  Along with a further three in … Continue reading 3 key storylines as the Whitecaps get set to begin second half of 2023 MLS season

The Third Sub Episode 168: Vancouver Whitecaps win a 2nd straight Canadian Championship

In episode 168 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps after a big week for the club.  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 a bit of CPL), after the Whitecaps won the Canadian … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 168: Vancouver Whitecaps win a 2nd straight Canadian Championship

Coffee with the Caps, Friday June 9

Good Friday morning Caps fans, hope your weekend is set to be a championship winning, Andiamo worthy affair. In what was absolutely, positively the biggest MLS news in North America on Wednesday, the Caps are, of course, Canadian Championship winners, hoisting the Voyageurs Cup for the second time in as many seasons and making Vanni Sartini the second manager in the Caps’ MLS lifespan to … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Friday June 9

Vancouver Whitecaps are champions of Canada (again), defeating CF Montreal

Crucial for the Vancouver Whitecaps on Wednesday night was the number two. A two goal second half was all the home side needed to claim a second straight Canadian Championship title, another feather in the cap of Vanni Sartini in a deserved victory over CF Montreal at BC Place. Another cup final goal from Brian White and a penalty from Ryan Gauld were decisive in … Continue reading Vancouver Whitecaps are champions of Canada (again), defeating CF Montreal

Whitecaps looking to put inconsistent week behind them in time for Canadian Championship final

In a busy week, things can change quickly.  Just one week ago, the Vancouver Whitecaps were frustrated. Fresh off a strong pair of matches, as they dispatched the Seattle Sounders 2-0 at home in MLS play before brushing aside Pacific FC away 3-0 in the semi-finals of the Canadian Championship, they headed to St.Louis filled to the brim with confidence.  There, however, they fell 3-1 … Continue reading Whitecaps looking to put inconsistent week behind them in time for Canadian Championship final

Report Card: The New Kings of British Columbia

Take a breath Whitecaps fans, it seems the days of losing to CPL teams are in the rear-view mirror. Prior to Wednesday, Vancouver’s record on the island was less than favourable, as they were o for 1. Despite this, the Whitecaps were able to set those demons aside on Wednesday and got the job done at Starlight. While not as dominating as the final scoreline … Continue reading Report Card: The New Kings of British Columbia