Good Monday morning Caps fans, hope you all are having a lovely start to your week and that your weekend was an enjoyable one. Well, Saturday is proof that a team struggles when they lose six of their starters. Who knew! I don’t think anyone will be too fussed about losing 3-1 to the Chicago Fire, who have been in good form and simply had … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Monday March 24
Well, the Whitecaps were bound to lose at some point, with a shorthanded side coming up short against the Chicago Fire, falling 3-1 in their first defeat of the year. This was a match where the Caps had no shortage of chances, despite missing six starters, and a bit crisper of a performance in midfield and defense would have helped them see out at least … Continue reading Report Card: All Good Things Must End
Good Friday morning Caps fans, hope you all are gearing up for a well-deserved weekend break. I will not subject everyone to my semi-regular rant about how it is ridiculous how Major League Soccer makes everyone play through the international break at a time when the league is growing in stature and thus more players are getting called up. You could say that I wasn’t … Continue reading Coffee with the Caps, Friday March 21
In Episode 177 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into a busy week for the Vancouver Whitecaps and the BC-based Canadian Premier League teams. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps and the Canadian Premier League. To begin, … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 177: Whitecaps soar into international break in good road form; CPL table tightens up
The Caps racked up both frequent flier miles and three points Wednesday against the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field, with a Brian White goal and a resolute defensive performance enough for a 1-0 win. In truth, Vancouver should have been out of sight by the start of the second half, missing several gilded chances to put up a multi-goal first 45 minutes, as White and … Continue reading Road Warriors: Caps blank Chicago Fire in gritty away win
In Episode 176 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan break down a crucial road victory for the Vancouver Whitecaps over the Portland Timbers. 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 in an express version of the show. To begin, they … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 176: Gauld shines as Whitecaps claim crucial Cascadia road win
In Episode 86 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps ahead of their season opener against the Portland Timbers on Sunday. 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 ahead of their first game of the … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 86: Vancouver Whitecaps looking to surprise Portland Timbers in 2021 MLS season opener
The Vancouver Whitecaps closed out their preseason slate with a pair of games versus the Chicago Fire and Indy Eleven on Saturday. Here’s what stood out from that doubleheader, with the Fire game proving to be more of a regular-season tuneup, while the Indy game ended up being more of an audition for a few youngsters. Results aside, it was just good to see them … Continue reading Twice the Fun: Vancouver Whitecaps beat Chicago Fire 3-2, fall 2-0 to Indy Eleven in preseason doubleheader
In Episode 84 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps, catching up on a few weeks worth of ‘Caps news, as the race towards the start of the 2021 MLS season continues. Welcome to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 84: A Vancouver Whitecaps news roundup ahead of the last week of preseason
The Vancouver Whitecaps began their last week of training in Vancouver on Monday, as they get set to head down to Utah on Friday. In a surprise twist, they also were able to get clearance for the media to attend those last sessions, as well, so here’s some of what stood out from a viewing of Wednesday’s session, in particular. It’s the last bit of … Continue reading Last Taste of Home: Caicedo’s hot arrival, academy kids continue to impress, and other Vancouver Whitecaps training notes ahead of Utah departure