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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 10h

It took a long time, but Ryan Gauld is finally back on the pitch for the Vancouver Whitecaps.

We take a look back at what the club has achieved in his absence, his joyous return in the Canadian Championship, and the potential going forward.

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The Captain’s Return

“It’s basically over if, for any significant period of time, Ryan Gauld isn’t 100% healthy.” That was published on The Third Sub page right at the start of the season, in Caleb’s comments when asked…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 2d

The grades are in!

The Whitecaps got some revenge on the Earthquakes this Sunday afternoon at BC Place, continuing their push to the top of the West, while knocking the Quakes out of playoff contention.

Who stood out to you?

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Report Card: Pushing for top of the West

Sunday afternoon at BC Place, the Vancouver Whitecaps controlled proceedings against the visiting San Jose Earthquakes in a comprehensive 4-1 victory. With the win, the Whitecaps have kept their…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Shoutout to our guy Chae! 📷

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

An afternoon to remember for Seba.

🏹

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

A pair of long-range Sebastian Berhalter rockets helped propel the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 4-1 win over San Jose.

The quest for the West remains alive with two matches to go in the regular season.

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Post Match: Cruise Control

Vancouver Whitecaps produced yet another scintillating display in their quest to secure the Western Conference title, as they defeated a subpar San Jose Earthquakes team 4-1. Perhaps San Jose should…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

FT Thoughts:

-Berhalter with two goals and an assist, what more can you say?
-Müller and Ahmed also had very good matches.
-San Jose was very poor in the midfield and defending in transition. Can see why they concede so much.
-Hunt for the top of the West is still on.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Berhalter today:

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Berhlater from well outside the box once again!!!

This man can't be stopped.

4-1.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

A scrappy late goal for the Earthquakes.

Takaoka is none too pleased about losing the clean sheet.

3-1.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Berhalter!!!

Made that look routine.

3-0.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Müller!!!

That's 2-0 for Vancouver as San Jose's transition defending has left the chat. Assist from Ali Ahmed.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

HT Thoughts:

-Sleepy first half until the final stages, another well-worked dead-ball goal.
-Elloumi has been solid up front, Müller has had some nice passes.
-Whitecaps are going quite direct at times, pressuring the SJ backline.
-Gauld incoming?

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Elloumi almost had his second a moment later, which would have been a tough finish on the bounce.

Whitecaps are pushing the Quakes hard here.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Elloumi at the back post!!!

The set pieces strike again for Vancouver, as the youngster gets Vancouver on the board.

1-0.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Müller denied by Daniel and off the post!!

Nice interplay with Elloumi.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

It had been all Whitecaps early, but they needed a goal-line clearance from Priso following a corner to avoid conceding.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Always nice to have the roof open, here we go!

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 3d

Another dose of Virgil van Priso against the Quakes front three?

Could be interesting. Otherwise, pretty much first choice based on the current options. Gauld to make another appearance off the bench.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 4d

As always, get those predictions in.

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Guess the Starting XI - Match Thirty Two vs. San Jose

Welcome back, everyone. The Vancouver Whitecaps are hosting the San Jose Earthquakes this Sunday in an afternoon affair at BC Place. Following a trophy midweek against Vancouver FC…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 4d

As is tradition, the Quakes can score with the best teams in MLS, but struggle to keep the ball out of their own net.

Can Vancouver exact revenge after a contentious loss to San Jose back in August?

We take a look in the latest Match Preview.

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Match Preview: Vancouver looking to blank struggling Quakes

The Vancouver Whitecaps will look to avoid a post-Canadian Championship hangover on Sunday, as they welcome the San Jose Earthquakes to BC Place. The Whitecaps will hope for a smoother match than the…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 5d

From a 50k transfer to the USMNT, Sebastian Berhalter's rise to stardom has been massively impressive.

We sat down with Sebastian to chat about the steps he's taken in Vancouver, his set piece dominance, and representing his country.

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“You want to keep getting better” Sebastian Berhalter on his Rise to Stardom

Although the entire squad has been sensational over the course of the season, one man’s campaign epitomises the Vancouver Whitecaps’ rise this year more than any other. Last season…

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 6d

Another Canada Soccer masterclass!

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 6d

I think one of the big takeaways from tonight that most are not thinking about is the future of VFC.

Listening to Martin Nash, he sounds like the right person to push the club forward and change the narrative. I really hope this is a turning point for them.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 6d

The Voyageurs Cup is staying at BC Place as the Whitecaps claimed their 4th straight Canadian Championship against Vancouver FC.

Time to go trophy hunting in the MLS playoffs.

#CanChamp #VWFC

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Post Match: Four in a Row

Breaking News: One of the top teams in MLS is considerably better than the bottom team in the CPL. The Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Vancouver FC of Langley 4-2 in the Canadian Championship final.

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The Third Sub @thethirdsub.ca · 6d

FT Thoughts:

-Four in a row!
-Pretty quiet second half, but what a moment for Gauld.
-Bah and Mezquida played very well for VFC.
-Focus can shift fully to MLS from here on out.

#CanChamp #VWFC

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