Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Late goals, slow starts marring positives changes for Vancouver Whitecaps post-international break

In Second ‘Caps Thoughts, our column looking at all things Vancouver Whitecaps, we look back at the ‘Caps first 4 games after the international break. The ‘Caps find themselves at a strange crossroads at the 33% mark of their 2021 season. With only 2 wins from 11 games, rooted to the bottom of the Western Conference with just 9 points, 6 points off of the … Continue reading Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Late goals, slow starts marring positives changes for Vancouver Whitecaps post-international break

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicJuly 5, 2021July 5, 2021Leave a comment

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The Third Sub Episode 93: Vancouver Whitecaps get back to winning ways against CF Montreal, look to continue form against struggling Minnesota United

In episode 93 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps, as a big week for the club continues. 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 in the midst of a big … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 93: Vancouver Whitecaps get back to winning ways against CF Montreal, look to continue form against struggling Minnesota United

Between The SticksMay 11, 2021May 17, 2021Leave a comment

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Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Vancouver Whitecaps show good resolve after slow start in 2-0 win over CF Montreal

In Second ‘Caps Thoughts, our day-after column looking at the Vancouver Whitecaps, we look back at the Whitecaps game that was from over the weekend. For this edition, that was a scrappy 2-0 win over fellow Canadian rivals, CF Montreal. They did the job that they set out to do. That doesn’t necessarily mean that the Vancouver Whitecaps were full value for their victory over … Continue reading Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Vancouver Whitecaps show good resolve after slow start in 2-0 win over CF Montreal

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMay 10, 2021May 10, 2021Leave a comment

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Montreal Meet-up: Vancouver Whitecaps ‘aware’ of looming CF Montreal threat in all-Canadian matchup

The Vancouver Whitecaps are taking on CF Montreal in week 4 of MLS action. Here’s our match preview ahead of that one. After a tough week, the show must go on. The Vancouver Whitecaps might have been disappointed after dropping a 1-0 result to the Colorado Rapids last week, but they’ve had to quickly pick themselves back up and get ready for what lies ahead, … Continue reading Montreal Meet-up: Vancouver Whitecaps ‘aware’ of looming CF Montreal threat in all-Canadian matchup

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMay 7, 2021May 7, 2021Leave a comment

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The Third Sub Episode 92: Another all-Canadian matchup beckons as CF Montreal travels to Utah to face Vancouver Whitecaps (Ft: Hady Raphael)

In Episode 92 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan are joined by Hady Raphael of Culture Soccer and the Ball is Round Podcast to chat all things CF Montreal ahead of their clash with the Vancouver Whitecaps this Saturday. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast presented by Macey’s Sports! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 92: Another all-Canadian matchup beckons as CF Montreal travels to Utah to face Vancouver Whitecaps (Ft: Hady Raphael)

Between The SticksMay 6, 2021May 6, 2021Leave a comment

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Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Vancouver Whitecaps get unfortunate reality check against Colorado Rapids as open play woes continue

In Second ‘Caps Thoughts, our day-after column looking at the Vancouver Whitecaps, we break down their latest game, a 1-0 loss to the Colorado Rapids from Sunday night. Here’s some of what stood out from that match. It was an unfortunate reality check, that’s for sure. After a strong start to the 2021 MLS season, the Vancouver Whitecaps suffered their first loss of the year … Continue reading Second ‘Caps Thoughts: Vancouver Whitecaps get unfortunate reality check against Colorado Rapids as open play woes continue

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMay 3, 2021May 3, 2021Leave a comment

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Colorado Cruising: Rapids ride Rubio Rocket to 1-0 result over Vancouver Whitecaps

In their 3rd game of the MLS season, the Vancouver Whitecaps fell to the Colorado Rapids 1-0 via a Diego Rubio free-kick, giving them their first loss of the season. Here’s our match report from that one. It was a tough way to go down. The Vancouver Whitecaps might not have deserved to have picked up all 3 points against the Colorado Rapids on Sunday, … Continue reading Colorado Cruising: Rapids ride Rubio Rocket to 1-0 result over Vancouver Whitecaps

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMay 2, 2021May 2, 2021Leave a comment

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The Third Sub Episode 88: Vancouver Whitecaps get set to play Toronto FC, and analyzing a theoretical MLS/Liga MX Merger (Ft: Mitchell Tierney)

In Episode 88 of the Third Sub, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps and MLS in a jam-packed edition of the show. 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 MLS in a jam-packed 88th episode. First, Alex and … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 88: Vancouver Whitecaps get set to play Toronto FC, and analyzing a theoretical MLS/Liga MX Merger (Ft: Mitchell Tierney)

Between The SticksApril 22, 2021April 22, 2021Leave a comment

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Ranking Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team’s Olympic squad ahead of March 2021’s CONCACAF Olympic Qualifiers by ‘Surprise Rating’

Canada’s Men’s National U23 team has come together down in Mexico, as they’ve started preparation ahead of Olympic qualifiers in less than 2 weeks. In this, we break down the squad selected for the occasion, giving ‘Surprise Ratings’ for each selection. After a long road to get to this point, they’ve finally put a squad together. A year after CONCACAF’s Men’s Olympic Soccer qualifiers were … Continue reading Ranking Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team’s Olympic squad ahead of March 2021’s CONCACAF Olympic Qualifiers by ‘Surprise Rating’

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMarch 12, 2021March 17, 20211 Comment

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March Madness: Marc Dos Santos, Vancouver Whitecaps, bracing for March ‘struggle’ as absences start to pile up

The Vancouver Whitecaps may be barely 2 weeks into their training camp, but things are about to get real interesting for this team, as a hectic next month awaits them. In this, we look at how they’re feeling ahead of that rough patch, as they’re keeping optimistic despite the looming rough patch. Slowly but steadily, it’s starting to feel more and more real with each … Continue reading March Madness: Marc Dos Santos, Vancouver Whitecaps, bracing for March ‘struggle’ as absences start to pile up

Alexandre Gangué-RuzicMarch 11, 2021March 11, 2021Leave a comment

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