'Caps raid Serbian second division, sign Canadian starlet Derek Cornelius

"Derek is one of the top young players in a new generation of Canadian talent," said Whitecaps FC manager Marc Dos Santos. "For his age, he has the right composure and characteristics we look for at the centre back position. We have followed his progress... and believe he has developed in the right way. He has also been exposed to different environments, and this is always good for a player’s development. We are working hard to build this [squad] and will be announcing additional player acquisitions very soon."

Cornelius, 21, is the son of a Barbadian father and a Jamaican mother. He comes to the 'Caps after having spent the last six years between Russia, Germany, and most recently, Serbia.

After starting 20 of FK Javor Ivanjica's matches during last year's relegation hit season, the Canadian has struggled for minutes, playing only three times.

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Austin FC and their weird road to the Major League

"Austin is a thriving metropolitan city – the personification of what we mean when we say [the Major League] is a 'League for a new America,'" said Commissioner Don Garber said in a league release.

"We are extremely proud to be the first major professional sports league to become part of the culture of this historic American city. In their support of a world-class soccer stadium that benefits everyone, the leadership of the City of Austin has shown tremendous faith in our league and game, and Anthony Precourt has paved the way for Austin FC to have great success on and off the field."

"To the people of Austin and the surrounding community, welcome to" the Major League.

So, Austin FC is official. But how did we get here?

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Vancouver Whitecaps draft Georgetown defender McDonough with second-round pick

Vancouver Whitecaps FC drafted Georgetown University centre back Brendan McDonough in the second round, 35th overall, of the 2019 Major League SuperDraft on Friday.

McDonough, 22, made 56 starts in 63 appearances at Georgetown, collecting two goals and two assists while serving as captain over the last two seasons.

The 6-foot-2 defender helped the Hoyas to three Big East Tournament titles in his four years, scoring the game-winner in last year’s championship match. As a senior, McDonough was named to the All-East Region Second Team and the All-Big East Conference Second Team after he helped Georgetown to a league-best 10 clean sheets on the season.

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Is this Vancouver Whitecaps' new home kit? Anniversary strip 'leaked' on social media

The anniversary strip has been doing the rounds on twitter as the Caps prepare for the new campaign.

Vancouver Whitecaps' new 'Anniversary Kit' has been leaked on social media - and fans may be surprised by the collar.

The retro number has been doing the rounds on Twitter as the 'Caps prepare for the new campaign.

The picture shows a white shirt, complete with Adidas branding, official Vancouver Whitecaps club crest, and Bell sponsorship.

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Whitecaps add a touch of Magic to their attack

Whitecaps FC added Peruvian International Yordy "Magic" Reyna from FC Salzurg today. Reyna, a 23 year old forward, can play all across a three man attacking line, but prefers the centre forward role, where he scored one goal every 263 minutes last year, or just under one goal for every three complete matches.

He was acquired with the use of Targeted Allocation Money (TAM), and is under contract until 2018. The club has the option to extend his stay until 2020. Although he has agreed personal terms, the transfer is subject to receipt of his international transfer certificate, and his Canadian work permit and visa.

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CONCACAF implements new Champions League format

CONCACAF revealed Monday details of an expansion to its international club competition structure with the addition of a new tournament, accompanied by a new format for the CONCACAF Champions League.

The expanded CONCACAF club competitions platform will feature 31 club teams – increased from 24 -- beginning with the 2017/18 season.  Sixteen clubs from countries around the region, including Canada, Mexico and the United States, Central America and the Caribbean, will compete in a concentrated CONCACAF Champions League to be disputed between February and May of each year.

Additionally, starting in August 2017, sixteen clubs from Central America and the Caribbean will participate in a new tournament, which will conclude in October.

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Whitecaps FC to tour Great Britain for just 11 days

Whitecaps FC will train on Monday in Vancouver before departing for the United Kingdom, where they face Cardiff City FC, Oxford United FC, and Bristol City FC on their pre-season tour.

The 'Caps British tour is in preparation for an upcoming Champions League quarterfinal with Red Bull New York. The first leg will be on 22 February in New York, and the second leg at BC Place on 2 March.

On Monday, the 'Caps will train at Ken Woods Field at 11:30 AM. The first team will be joined by four Whitecaps FC 2 players, two unsigned draft selections, as well as a select number of camp invitees. The full squad is listed below.

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Stewart Kerr named Whitecaps FC Goalkeeping Coach

Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced on Thursday that former Orland City SC and Toronto FC goalkeeping coach Stewart Kerr has joined the technical staff on a two-year contract, which runs through 2018. Kerr, 42, spent ten years as a player at Celtic FC, before moving to Wigan Athletic FC for the 2001-02 season.

Force into an early retirement due to a back injury, Kerr traded his gloves for a whistle. He has served as a goalkeeping coach at Scottish sides Airdrieonians FC, Motherwell FC, as well as Toronto FC and Orlando City FC in the Major League.

"We're pleased to welcome Stewart to our coaching staff," said Whitecaps FC manager Carl Robinson. "He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from the UK, as well as (the Major League), and has helped develop a number of quality goalkeepers." 

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