Cameroon's Indomitable Lioness' maul Ecuador's La Tricolour

June 8, 2015 Christopher Vose

On paper, Cameroon v Ecuador looked to have the makings of a compelling affair. Only thirty points, and five positions, separate them in the FIFA World Rankings. But when it comes to the Women's game, the FIFA World Rankings can be left at the door. Points are earned by matches played, and some associations play far more matches than others. Outside of the top ten or so associations, the rankings are meaningless. And that begins to explain how a match between two closely ranked sides can end in a six nil drubbing. Gaelle Enganamouit may only be listed as 171 cm, 5'7" if you like, but against La Tricolour, she looked like a giant. She used her size and strength, clashing with Ecuador's Shirley Berruz from the whistle, and made life miserable for the girls in blue. They weren't about to handle her, and we're not sure that Switzerland or Japan will fare any better. She is a force to be reckoned with.

Draw gives Rabbits a slender advantage heading into the Second Leg

May 13, 2015 Christopher Vose

With a match against defending League Champion Seattle Sounders FC on the weekend, Vancouver Whitecaps FC manager Carl Robinson elected to field a weakened side against visiting division two side FC Edmonton. That decision could come back to haunt him, as the Rabbits hopped out to an early lead thanks to a 4th minute Tomi Ameobi strike.

Caps wish they had skipped Juri Duty in San Jose

April 11, 2015 Christopher Vose

Being a referee is a thankless job. It really is. When you have a great game, nobody mentions you. And when you have a bad game, you're all they can think of. But through all the hardship and the pain, referees occupy a pivotal role. They are the voice of authority, making on-the-fly decisions, charged with enforcing the Laws of the Game. They represent a neutral point of view, and they strive to be anonymous. At least they're supposed to.

Road Work Ahead, Caps and Crew play to a Stand Still

April 8, 2015 Christopher Vose

With four wins through five matches, Vancouver Whitecaps FC stood alone at the top of the table. By comparison, Columbus Crew SC were all the way down in 16th place. But after tonight's two-all draw, nothing much has changed. At least on paper. The Whitecaps found something here tonight. In seasons past, going behind would have meant that the Caps would push up, leave themselves vulnerable to a counterattack, and they would invariably concede the insurance goal. But this squad is different. Whether ahead or behind, they play as a unit, and the play to win. They didn't quite do that tonight, but it was not for lack of trying.

Whitecaps banish LA's fear factor to a Galaxy, far, far away

April 4, 2015 Christopher Vose

The Los Angeles Galaxy are winners. They are the class of the Major League. They have five Anschutz Cups, four league Championships, two U.S. Open Cups, and a Champions' Cup to grace their cabinet. But that's the past. In the here and now, Vancouver are the class of the league.

Tales from the Training Ground

April 1, 2015 Christopher Vose

Nine points from four matches should be enough to put a smile on almost anyone's face, but Vancouver Whitecaps FC aren't just any club. They know they could have led Toronto FC by two goals at halftime on Opening Day. They know they left it late against Chicago Fire SC, Orlando City SC, and most recently, the Portland Timbers. And they've made mistakes, but they are the kind that can be corrected. Vancouver has left a lot of goals on the pitch, and if they can bury just a few more of them, then they will be challenging on all fronts.

Caps Continue their Winning Ways

March 28, 2015 Christopher Vose

Cascadia Cup matches are events. There is nothing quite like them. The energy in the building is electric. The passion is palpable. To someone who's never experienced a Cascadia Cup match, the best analogy we can give you is that it feels like a playoff atmosphere, but these roots run so much deeper. The experience is far more pronounced. It's tribalism at its finest. You want to win every game, but you enjoy it more when it comes against a rival.

Caps record famous victory amid off-field concerns

March 21, 2015 Christopher Vose

Octavio Rivero has caused problems for defenders from Toronto, Chicago, and now we can add Orlando to the list. Early in the match, he used his speed to outpace Seb Hines, but the City man gave him a nudge, which proved enough to send Rivero tumbling. No penalty was given, but then neither was Rivero booked for simulation, as he found himself last week against the Fire.

Clash of Clans: Mackenzie v Simon Fraser

March 20, 2015 Christopher Vose

Alan Koch returned to his old stomping ground when his new charges, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2, took to Fox Field against his old charges, the Simon Fraser Clan. Koch's seven seasons with the Clan was an unmitigated success, winning several conference titles and making the Semi-Finals in two of the three years that the Clan were eligible for postseason play.

Citizens and Crew impress on Matchday Two

March 16, 2015 Christopher Vose

It may sound as simple and straightforward as a thought can be, but when the ball is in play, you must treat it as such. Many players forget this simple truth. But Orlando City's Pedro Ribeiro proved its wisdom on Friday night when he pressured Houston's Tyler Deric into conceding a 74th minute winner.

Windy City Win marred by Mauro's malady

March 14, 2015 Christopher Vose

When you have a balanced schedule, every club plays every other club at home and away. The Major League doesn't have a balanced schedule anymore, they did away with that after the 2011 campaign. The league doesn't even alternate the imbalance, and that's how we've found ourselves in a situation where in three of the last four seasons, Vancouver Whitecaps FC's only match against Chicago Fire SC has taken place in the Windy City.

A lot of fun, but few surprises, in the Matchday One Fixtures

March 9, 2015 Christopher Vose

This time last week, we didn't know if we'd get to see the Major League celebrate its 20th season and welcome two new clubs, or if we were in for a protracted labour dispute with the Player's Union. Fortunately for us, cooler heads prevailed and the league was able to sign a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Players' Union. And while the league seems to be the happier of the two sides, the deal is only for five years, so in 2020, we can all look forward to what Sir Alex Ferguson might call squeaky bum time.

TFC Rise as Whitecaps stumble at the goal line

March 7, 2015 Christopher Vose

So Toronto FC have bought themselves an anthem. We're not too surprised, their parent organisation, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, have so much money that anthropomorphic ducks swimming through it is a genuine concern. They have money to burn, and they frequently do. The actual song they bought, Love Me Again by John Newman, is an immensely likeable song. It's catchy, memorable, the kind of song you can dance to, and it will get stuck in your head. Listen to it at your own risk, but if you do, be sure to listen all the way through. Trust us, it's worth the wait.

Let the games begin

March 6, 2015 Christopher Vose

As the clock ticks down on the start of the 2015 season, Vancouver Whitecaps FC were hard at work on the turf of BC Place, training in preparation for their Opening Day opponent, Toronto FC. Friends, both old and new, got to take in the preparations as the Caps also hosted their annual Media Day.

Caps Kitted Out and ready to Kick Off

March 2, 2015 Christopher Vose

It's that time of year again. The days are getting longer, the sun has been is shining, plants are coming into bloom, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC have won another preseason tournament. Opening Day will soon be upon us. On Monday, the Whitecaps held their annual Season Launch Party at the Commodore Ballroom.

Why Montreal doing well in the Champions League is good for Canada

February 25, 2015 Tyler Green

Tuesday night was a relatively good night for Montreal Impact in Mexico after they drew 2-2 with CF Pachuca. It is hard to cheer for a club across the country, especially one that has so many contentious issues with the local squad, the Whitecaps, but there are some reasons why it might be good for Montreal to advance in the CONCACAF Champions League.

Thoughts on WFC2's first six signings

February 25, 2015 Tyler Green

So far, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 have made six fairly predictable signings. They are a mix of academy players, graduates, and university players that likely wouldn't get a shot outside of Canada, if anywhere.

Farmer, Haynes, and Piraux become first members of Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2

February 17, 2015 Christopher Vose

With on-field training set to begin on February 23rd at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex West, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 signed its first three players on Tuesday. Jacksoon Farmer, Jordan Haynes, and Mitch Piraux will now go into the history books as the foundation on which Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 was built.

Tales from the Training Ground

February 13, 2015 Christopher Vose

Whitecaps FC had at best a mixed results down in the desert. They scored two goals, while keeping a clean sheet against New England. They drew one apiece with San Jose. And they lost by one to Western Conference newcomers Houston Dynamo. Of course at this time of year, results count for nothing.

Magic Manneh and Tricky Trialist 1

February 7, 2015 Christopher Vose

With five trialists, two residency players, and an unsigned draftee all vying for one Vancouver's three remaining openings, Whitecaps FC manager Carl Robinson has some decisions to make. Robert Earnshaw, Dane Richards, and Kalif Alhassan, his three most experienced trialists, all started the match.

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