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Fulltime at Willoughby.
A good fight from VFC in the second half, including a Norman Jr bicycle kick attempt and a penalty shout.
Ultimately though, a clinical performance from Cruz Azul. 3-0.
#ConcaChampions
A good fight from VFC in the second half, including a Norman Jr bicycle kick attempt and a penalty shout.
Ultimately though, a clinical performance from Cruz Azul. 3-0.
#ConcaChampions
February 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Fulltime at Willoughby.
A good fight from VFC in the second half, including a Norman Jr bicycle kick attempt and a penalty shout.
Ultimately though, a clinical performance from Cruz Azul. 3-0.
#ConcaChampions
A good fight from VFC in the second half, including a Norman Jr bicycle kick attempt and a penalty shout.
Ultimately though, a clinical performance from Cruz Azul. 3-0.
#ConcaChampions
We're back!
The year starts, as it did last year, with some CONCACAF action at a CPL venue.
Last year, Cavalry put on a memorable showing against Pumas. Can VFC pull off something similar tonight against Cruz Azul?
A very tall task!
#ConcaChampions
The year starts, as it did last year, with some CONCACAF action at a CPL venue.
Last year, Cavalry put on a memorable showing against Pumas. Can VFC pull off something similar tonight against Cruz Azul?
A very tall task!
#ConcaChampions
February 5, 2026 at 3:10 AM
We're back!
The year starts, as it did last year, with some CONCACAF action at a CPL venue.
Last year, Cavalry put on a memorable showing against Pumas. Can VFC pull off something similar tonight against Cruz Azul?
A very tall task!
#ConcaChampions
The year starts, as it did last year, with some CONCACAF action at a CPL venue.
Last year, Cavalry put on a memorable showing against Pumas. Can VFC pull off something similar tonight against Cruz Azul?
A very tall task!
#ConcaChampions
Thoughts on the stadium situation, Axel Schuster’s update, and what’s next for the club in Vancouver.
#VWFC
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Vancouver Whitecaps: No Stadium, Big Problem?
On a Friday where the Vancouver Whitecaps signed two new players and re-signed another, somehow, those moves were a secondary story to the main event of the day. As the Whitecaps continue their pre…
thethirdsub.ca
January 31, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Thoughts on the stadium situation, Axel Schuster’s update, and what’s next for the club in Vancouver.
#VWFC
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A very busy day for Whitecaps news!
Will have more detailed thoughts on the stadium situation up on the site tomorrow.
For now, looking forward to the new additions and the season ahead! ⚽
#VWFC
Will have more detailed thoughts on the stadium situation up on the site tomorrow.
For now, looking forward to the new additions and the season ahead! ⚽
#VWFC
January 31, 2026 at 5:42 AM
A very busy day for Whitecaps news!
Will have more detailed thoughts on the stadium situation up on the site tomorrow.
For now, looking forward to the new additions and the season ahead! ⚽
#VWFC
Will have more detailed thoughts on the stadium situation up on the site tomorrow.
For now, looking forward to the new additions and the season ahead! ⚽
#VWFC
A double dose of Deep Dives on a Friday.
AZ might look like a natural Jayden Nelson replacement, but our own @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks down how the young American brings something different from Vancouver’s other recent attacking additions.
#VWFC
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AZ might look like a natural Jayden Nelson replacement, but our own @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks down how the young American brings something different from Vancouver’s other recent attacking additions.
#VWFC
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Deep Dive: Aziel Jackson
The Vancouver Whitecaps have acquired 24-year-old attacking midfielder Aziel Jackson (sometimes known as AZ) on loan from Polish side Jagiellonia. The loan is until “the summer” at which point the…
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January 31, 2026 at 1:25 AM
A double dose of Deep Dives on a Friday.
AZ might look like a natural Jayden Nelson replacement, but our own @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks down how the young American brings something different from Vancouver’s other recent attacking additions.
#VWFC
thethirdsub.ca/2026/01/30/d...
AZ might look like a natural Jayden Nelson replacement, but our own @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks down how the young American brings something different from Vancouver’s other recent attacking additions.
#VWFC
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Axel Schuster speaking very honestly.
Despite reaching multiple major finals in '25, the club was dead last in MLS in terms of revenue.
30+ prospective owners have looked at the club, but none are interested in buying the team with the current setup.
#VWFC
Despite reaching multiple major finals in '25, the club was dead last in MLS in terms of revenue.
30+ prospective owners have looked at the club, but none are interested in buying the team with the current setup.
#VWFC
January 30, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Axel Schuster speaking very honestly.
Despite reaching multiple major finals in '25, the club was dead last in MLS in terms of revenue.
30+ prospective owners have looked at the club, but none are interested in buying the team with the current setup.
#VWFC
Despite reaching multiple major finals in '25, the club was dead last in MLS in terms of revenue.
30+ prospective owners have looked at the club, but none are interested in buying the team with the current setup.
#VWFC
Will be very interesting to hear from Axel Schuster on this in just under an hour.
That said, pretty concerning update, both for cup matches this year and for the 2-5 year outlook in Vancouver.
Empire Field 2.0?
#VWFC
That said, pretty concerning update, both for cup matches this year and for the 2-5 year outlook in Vancouver.
Empire Field 2.0?
#VWFC
A LOT of interesting and concerning stuff in this email sent out to Whitecaps season ticket holders this morning.
Stadium talks with BC Place are not going great.
We need the return of a Tempire.
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#VWFC
Stadium talks with BC Place are not going great.
We need the return of a Tempire.
s1.view.sfmc-marketing.com/view_email.a...
#VWFC
Dear Season Ticket Member,
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January 30, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Will be very interesting to hear from Axel Schuster on this in just under an hour.
That said, pretty concerning update, both for cup matches this year and for the 2-5 year outlook in Vancouver.
Empire Field 2.0?
#VWFC
That said, pretty concerning update, both for cup matches this year and for the 2-5 year outlook in Vancouver.
Empire Field 2.0?
#VWFC
January 30, 2026 at 8:44 PM
The Whitecaps have made their first major acquisition of the off-season, bringing in South American winger Bruno Caicedo under a U-22 Initiative slot.
What will he bring to Vancouver? We take a look.
#VWFC
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What will he bring to Vancouver? We take a look.
#VWFC
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Deep Dive: Bruno Caicedo
The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed 21-year-old Ecuadorian winger Bruno Caicedo from S.C Barcelona (not that one). It is said to be a 1.5 million dollar transfer with Caicedo signing a 4.5…
thethirdsub.ca
January 30, 2026 at 4:44 PM
The Whitecaps have made their first major acquisition of the off-season, bringing in South American winger Bruno Caicedo under a U-22 Initiative slot.
What will he bring to Vancouver? We take a look.
#VWFC
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What will he bring to Vancouver? We take a look.
#VWFC
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An interesting play from the Whitecaps.
Though Jackson has played more centrally, I imagine the intent here would be to fill the Ahmed/Nelson role, especially without Gauld in the mix for a couple of months.
Can Sørensen get the most out of another young attacker?
#VWFC
Though Jackson has played more centrally, I imagine the intent here would be to fill the Ahmed/Nelson role, especially without Gauld in the mix for a couple of months.
Can Sørensen get the most out of another young attacker?
#VWFC
Sources 🚨Vancouver Whitecaps are in negotiations to sign AZ Jackson from Jagiellonia Bialystok Meczyki reported first. #VWFC
Would be a loan until the summer if it goes through.
Would be a loan until the summer if it goes through.
January 28, 2026 at 7:23 PM
An interesting play from the Whitecaps.
Though Jackson has played more centrally, I imagine the intent here would be to fill the Ahmed/Nelson role, especially without Gauld in the mix for a couple of months.
Can Sørensen get the most out of another young attacker?
#VWFC
Though Jackson has played more centrally, I imagine the intent here would be to fill the Ahmed/Nelson role, especially without Gauld in the mix for a couple of months.
Can Sørensen get the most out of another young attacker?
#VWFC
I think one of the biggest questions looming over this season is if Gauld can stay healthy, especially with Ahmed and Nelson out the door.
If this surgery helps provide that clarity, it's worth the short term pain.
#VWFC
If this surgery helps provide that clarity, it's worth the short term pain.
#VWFC
VWFC Captain Ryan Gauld underwent a successful arthroscopic debridement on his left knee and is expected to make a full return by April.
Help us wish our captain a speedy recovery 💙
📰 | whitecapsfc.com/news/gauld-update
#VWFC
Help us wish our captain a speedy recovery 💙
📰 | whitecapsfc.com/news/gauld-update
#VWFC
January 27, 2026 at 10:04 PM
I think one of the biggest questions looming over this season is if Gauld can stay healthy, especially with Ahmed and Nelson out the door.
If this surgery helps provide that clarity, it's worth the short term pain.
#VWFC
If this surgery helps provide that clarity, it's worth the short term pain.
#VWFC
Some quick thoughts on Vancouver's first friendly.
-Conditions were almost unplayable, hard to see much technically or tactically.
-Berhalter showing off his class and service.
-Priso continuing to look very comfortable at CB.
#VWFC
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-Conditions were almost unplayable, hard to see much technically or tactically.
-Berhalter showing off his class and service.
-Priso continuing to look very comfortable at CB.
#VWFC
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January 27, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Some quick thoughts on Vancouver's first friendly.
-Conditions were almost unplayable, hard to see much technically or tactically.
-Berhalter showing off his class and service.
-Priso continuing to look very comfortable at CB.
#VWFC
youtu.be/HHw_zrz5rwk?...
-Conditions were almost unplayable, hard to see much technically or tactically.
-Berhalter showing off his class and service.
-Priso continuing to look very comfortable at CB.
#VWFC
youtu.be/HHw_zrz5rwk?...
The Whitecaps will play five preseason matches in Spain.
A busy slate for a busy season ahead. No live streams, according to the club, but highlight packages will be available after each match.
#VWFC
A busy slate for a busy season ahead. No live streams, according to the club, but highlight packages will be available after each match.
#VWFC
Full 2026 Preseason Schedule 🗓️🔥
Read more ⬇️
📰 | whitecapsfc.com/news/vwfc-2026-preseason-friendlies
#VWFC | #VWFCPreseason
Read more ⬇️
📰 | whitecapsfc.com/news/vwfc-2026-preseason-friendlies
#VWFC | #VWFCPreseason
January 27, 2026 at 12:27 AM
The Whitecaps will play five preseason matches in Spain.
A busy slate for a busy season ahead. No live streams, according to the club, but highlight packages will be available after each match.
#VWFC
A busy slate for a busy season ahead. No live streams, according to the club, but highlight packages will be available after each match.
#VWFC
The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed Oliver Larraz.
What will the young American bring to the midfield, and what does it say about the team’s remaining priorities?
We take a closer look.
#VWFC
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What will the young American bring to the midfield, and what does it say about the team’s remaining priorities?
We take a closer look.
#VWFC
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Deep Dive: Oliver Larraz
Well, folks, it happened. Oliver Larraz, a player identified in the “Sensible Whitecaps Transfers” series, has indeed signed with the Vancouver Whitecaps. Let’s go into a little bit more detail about…
thethirdsub.ca
January 20, 2026 at 9:48 PM
The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed Oliver Larraz.
What will the young American bring to the midfield, and what does it say about the team’s remaining priorities?
We take a closer look.
#VWFC
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What will the young American bring to the midfield, and what does it say about the team’s remaining priorities?
We take a closer look.
#VWFC
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Larraz was one of the three players within the league that our @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social identified as a good fit for midfield depth (article linked below).
Really like this for the Whitecaps, and should be pretty budget friendly.
#VWFC
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Really like this for the Whitecaps, and should be pretty budget friendly.
#VWFC
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Sensible Whitecaps Transfers: Double Pivot Midfielders
It feels bewilderingly quick, but the Whitecaps are just a couple of short weeks away from reporting for their pre-season. This means that it’s time to fire up the sensible transfers machine.
thethirdsub.ca
January 15, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Larraz was one of the three players within the league that our @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social identified as a good fit for midfield depth (article linked below).
Really like this for the Whitecaps, and should be pretty budget friendly.
#VWFC
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Really like this for the Whitecaps, and should be pretty budget friendly.
#VWFC
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The Whitecaps are very young behind Brian White at striker heading into 2026.
Is there a reliable veteran on the MLS market who could steady the position?
#VWFC
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Is there a reliable veteran on the MLS market who could steady the position?
#VWFC
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Sensible Whitecaps Transfers: Striker Depth
With the departure of Daniel Rios, the Whitecaps only have one striker over the age of 20. This has led to a more experienced centre-forward being on a lot of people’s offseason wishlists.
thethirdsub.ca
January 13, 2026 at 5:25 PM
The Whitecaps are very young behind Brian White at striker heading into 2026.
Is there a reliable veteran on the MLS market who could steady the position?
#VWFC
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Is there a reliable veteran on the MLS market who could steady the position?
#VWFC
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After some recent moves, the Whitecaps have likely added a ball carrying winger to their offseason shopping list.
With that in mind, we take a look at some potential targets on the global market.
#VWFC
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With that in mind, we take a look at some potential targets on the global market.
#VWFC
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Sensible Whitecaps Transfers: Ball Carrying Wingers
With the departures of Ali Ahmed and Jayden Nelson, the Whitecaps find themselves with relatively few players in forward positions who excel at running with the ball. I think, therefore…
thethirdsub.ca
January 9, 2026 at 9:11 PM
After some recent moves, the Whitecaps have likely added a ball carrying winger to their offseason shopping list.
With that in mind, we take a look at some potential targets on the global market.
#VWFC
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With that in mind, we take a look at some potential targets on the global market.
#VWFC
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Ahmed and Nelson are gone.
How will the Whitecaps replace them, and what does it mean for Vancouver’s 2026 roster?
#VWFC
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How will the Whitecaps replace them, and what does it mean for Vancouver’s 2026 roster?
#VWFC
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What’s next for the Whitecaps after the departure of Ali Ahmed and Jayden Nelson?
As expected, the Vancouver Whitecaps have cashed in on some key players from last season. What is perhaps less expected is that they have sold both Jayden Nelson and Ali Ahmed. So, I thought it was…
thethirdsub.ca
January 5, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Ahmed and Nelson are gone.
How will the Whitecaps replace them, and what does it mean for Vancouver’s 2026 roster?
#VWFC
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How will the Whitecaps replace them, and what does it mean for Vancouver’s 2026 roster?
#VWFC
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After the success of Cubas and Berhalter last season, the Whitecaps could look to add midfield depth, especially with potential movement looming.
Our latest Sensible Whitecaps Transfers breaks down top ball-winning and progression targets.
#VWFC
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Our latest Sensible Whitecaps Transfers breaks down top ball-winning and progression targets.
#VWFC
thethirdsub.ca/2025/12/31/v...
Sensible Whitecaps Transfers: Double Pivot Midfielders
It feels bewilderingly quick, but the Whitecaps are just a couple of short weeks away from reporting for their pre-season. This means that it’s time to fire up the sensible transfers machine.
thethirdsub.ca
December 31, 2025 at 5:34 PM
After the success of Cubas and Berhalter last season, the Whitecaps could look to add midfield depth, especially with potential movement looming.
Our latest Sensible Whitecaps Transfers breaks down top ball-winning and progression targets.
#VWFC
thethirdsub.ca/2025/12/31/v...
Our latest Sensible Whitecaps Transfers breaks down top ball-winning and progression targets.
#VWFC
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As we head into the new year, it’s time to look back at the start of the 2025 season and review our predictions.
What did we get right, and what did we miss?
#VWFC
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What did we get right, and what did we miss?
#VWFC
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Revisiting our 2025 Season Predictions
I know it feels like a long time ago now, but cast your minds back to the start of the 2025 season. Vancouver Whitecaps were, frankly, in turmoil. With the club up for sale, rumours were swirling of…
thethirdsub.ca
December 30, 2025 at 9:30 PM
As we head into the new year, it’s time to look back at the start of the 2025 season and review our predictions.
What did we get right, and what did we miss?
#VWFC
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What did we get right, and what did we miss?
#VWFC
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Four new prospects are heading to Vancouver after this year’s MLS SuperDraft.
We take a closer look at their stats and profiles in the latest Deep Dive.
#VWFC
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We take a closer look at their stats and profiles in the latest Deep Dive.
#VWFC
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Deep Dive: Draft Picks (Zach Ramsey, Daniel Lugo, Yeider Zuluaga & Connor Lofy)
The Vancouver Whitecaps have selected four players in the 2026 MLS Superdraft. It used to be that these articles were largely vibes based but thanks to increased data coverage of NCAA and excellent…
thethirdsub.ca
December 18, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Four new prospects are heading to Vancouver after this year’s MLS SuperDraft.
We take a closer look at their stats and profiles in the latest Deep Dive.
#VWFC
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We take a closer look at their stats and profiles in the latest Deep Dive.
#VWFC
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Not going to pretend to be an expert on the players the Whitecaps drafted today, but I like the emphasis on local universities with 3 of the 4 picks.
#VWFC
#VWFC
December 18, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Not going to pretend to be an expert on the players the Whitecaps drafted today, but I like the emphasis on local universities with 3 of the 4 picks.
#VWFC
#VWFC
The Whitecaps are getting quite a good haul back for Jayden Nelson. 1.25m GAM + 17th Superdraft pick.
At 23, I still think there's a lot of potential there with the young Canadian, but if this indicates the club will be able to keep Ahmed, hard to complain.
#VWFC
At 23, I still think there's a lot of potential there with the young Canadian, but if this indicates the club will be able to keep Ahmed, hard to complain.
#VWFC
December 18, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The Whitecaps are getting quite a good haul back for Jayden Nelson. 1.25m GAM + 17th Superdraft pick.
At 23, I still think there's a lot of potential there with the young Canadian, but if this indicates the club will be able to keep Ahmed, hard to complain.
#VWFC
At 23, I still think there's a lot of potential there with the young Canadian, but if this indicates the club will be able to keep Ahmed, hard to complain.
#VWFC
Who should the Whitecaps be targeting from the CPL?
Our intrepid scout @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks it down.
#CanPL #VWFC
Our intrepid scout @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks it down.
#CanPL #VWFC
CPL Players I Would Take a Punt on (2025)
Every year, there are a lot of posts about which CPL players might make the jump to MLS. Many of these posts are, frankly, very silly. So, I am once again here to provide you with the definitive…
thethirdsub.ca
December 18, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Who should the Whitecaps be targeting from the CPL?
Our intrepid scout @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks it down.
#CanPL #VWFC
Our intrepid scout @wilkinscaleb.bsky.social breaks it down.
#CanPL #VWFC
Offseasons always bring roster changes, and after a year as successful as Vancouver's, decisions get even tougher.
Who should the Whitecaps lock in for 2026, and who is worth selling on?
#VWFC
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Who should the Whitecaps lock in for 2026, and who is worth selling on?
#VWFC
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The Price is Right: Which Players Should the Whitecaps Sell?
Things are happening in Whitecaps land. Tom Bogert has reported that the Whitecaps have firm offers for at least 7 players on their roster. So, I want to take a look at some players who could…
thethirdsub.ca
December 11, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Offseasons always bring roster changes, and after a year as successful as Vancouver's, decisions get even tougher.
Who should the Whitecaps lock in for 2026, and who is worth selling on?
#VWFC
thethirdsub.ca/2025/12/10/t...
Who should the Whitecaps lock in for 2026, and who is worth selling on?
#VWFC
thethirdsub.ca/2025/12/10/t...