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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. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who have continued a good start to their MLS season, beating Austin FC at home before drawing St.Louis City on the road, with both of those results being enough to keep them atop of MLS's Supporters Shield standings through nine games. Now, however, a big test awaits - their Concacaf Champions Cup semi-final against Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Can the Whitecaps pull off the upset and reach their first-ever continental final? It's not as far-fetched as you think, as this is a battle of the two top teams in MLS right now - and on paper, the Whitecaps have every reason to believe they can come out on top. Of course, when there are players like Messi involved, nothing is ever that easy - yet, that's why this tie is so fascinating, as Alex and Sam dive into. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 240: Whitecaps sets up CCC SFs matchup vs. Miami after late drama vs. Pumas; continue to cruise in MLS 1:03:21

26 days ago1:03:21

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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 as they continue to navigate a busy stretch of action. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who got past Pumas UNAM on away goals in the quarter-finals of the Concacaf Champions Cup this week, setting up a date with Inter Miami in the semi-finals later this month. A historic result for the club, who found it despite missing several key regulars, it has set up what is sure to be a memorable matchup with Miami, for a multitude of reasons. Meanwhile, they'll turn their focus back to MLS, where they've done pretty well for themselves - they sit first in MLS after a win vs. the Colorado Rapids this past weekend, one where they confidently defeated the Rapids 2-0 at BC Place. Now, they'll look to further fortify their place atop the league standings this weekend, where they'll host Austin FC at BC Place, in what will be a fascinating clash of styles. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 239: Whitecaps looking to get back on track vs. Toronto FC after frustrating Chicago Fire loss 1:02:42

6 weeks ago1:02:42

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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, who have continued their strong start to 2025 MLS season. First, they beat FC Dallas in Dallas to extend their start to 4-0-0, but then came crashing down to earth in a 3-1 loss to the Chicago Fire. Despite that loss to the Fire, there's plenty of reason for optimism - they remain first in the league, were severely shorthanded due to a weird MLS scheduling quirk which doesn't see them pause for international breaks (a subject which Alex and Sam have plenty to say on), and still played well despite the defeat. Now, they'll look to bounce back, with something a lot closer to their usual squad, as they travel to take on a struggling Toronto FC who have just one point from their first 14 games. Can the Whitecaps pile more misery on a TFC team trying to build any semblance of momentum? That'll be their big goal from their trip to the 6ix, as they get set for a big month of April. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 238: Whitecaps make history vs. Monterrey as MLS magic continues 1:02:58

8 weeks ago1:02:58

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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps as they continue their strong start to the 2025 season. To begin, they dive into the big result for the Whitecaps from the past week - their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 triumph (3-3 on aggregate, advancing on away goals) against Liga MX giants CF Monterrey, setting up a quarter-final date against Pumas UNAM. Arguably one of the biggest successes of the Whitecaps MLS era, eliminating Monterrey was no fluke for these Whitecaps, either, as they continue to quickly find their feet under their new manager, playing some excellent soccer in the second leg on the road. Along with a hot start in MLS play, as they defeated CF Montréal this past weekend to improve to 3W-0D-0L to start an MLS season for the first time, everything's clicking nicely right now for the Whitecaps, who are doing this despite dealing with a congested schedule and key injuries. Now, they'll look to ride the high from their Monterrey result back into MLS play, as a tough away game against a resurgent FC Dallas side awaits this upcoming weekend. They dive into what to expect from that one, as the Whitecaps look to make more history once again with another positive result. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 237: Whitecaps quickly finding feet to start 2025 MLS, CCC campaigns 50:22

9 weeks ago50:22

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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 as they continue to navigate the start of their 2025 campaign. First, they dive into the latest Whitecaps matches, which included a big MLS victory over the LA Galaxy on the weekend, one that was sandwiched by a big 2-0 win over Deportivo Saprissa in the second leg of their first round Concacaf Champions Cup tie and a 1-1 draw vs. CF Monterrey in the first leg of their Round of 16 CCC tie. With three strong performances in those matches, the Whitecaps have done well to find their feet under new manager Jesper Sørensen, and they dive into why that has been, as his approach has seemed to resonate quickly with this group, one who seems to be enjoying their soccer at the moment. Now, they get set for some big tests - first, a home clash against CF Montréal awaits in MLS play, before a trip to Mexico to play Monterrey in the second leg of the CCC tie will come a few days later. There, look for the Whitecaps to keep building on what they've shown so far, continuing this strong start to the year. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 236: Whitecaps hit highs and lows in first week of 2025 competitive action 1:28:14

10 weeks ago1:28:14

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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. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who kicked off their 2025 slate of competitive matches with a pair of games over the past week. First, they started with the Whitecaps' first match, which was the first leg of their first-round Concacaf Champions Cup tie against CD Saprissa, coming down in San José, Costa Rica. Unfortunately, Jesper Sørensen's first match as Whitecaps head coach didn't go as planned - his side fell 2-1 after a dramatic late winner from the hosts, putting them at a disadvantage heading into the second leg. Despite that late heartbreak, however, the Whitecaps did well to pick themselves up in time for their MLS season opener just a few days later up in Oregon against their rivals, the Portland Timbers. There, they were able to capitalize on an early red card and picked up a dominant 4-1 win, headlined by Jayden Nelson's magical one-goal, three-assist effort, to give them their first opening day win since 2021. Now, they get set for another big pair of games, this time at home - the second leg clash of their tie against Saprissa in Champions Cup action, and their home opener against the defending MLS Cup champions, the LA Galaxy. It won't be easy, as playing this many games early in a season can always prove to bring its challenges, but they look at how the Whitecaps can navigate these two matches and emerge on the other side in a good position to continue their Champions Cup journey while pushing themselves up MLS's Western Conference standings. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 235: Vancouver Whitecaps 2025 Season Preview 2:02:01

11 weeks ago2:02:01

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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps as they get set for the start of their 2025 campaign! To begin, they dive into the latest news out of the 'Caps, who weren't done bringing in new faces ahead of the new season, signing veteran striker Daniel Ríos this week. Despite being more of a depth move at first glance, however, it could be an important one for the 'Caps, and they dive into why that is the case. After that, they take a look at the first Whitecaps match of the season, a first-round Concacaf Champions Cup clash against CD Saprissa, which kicks off this week with leg one of the tie down in Costa Rica. Lastly, they finish off the episode with a big preview of the 2025 Whitecaps season, looking at what the expectations should be for them in the CCC, Canadian Championship and MLS play, as well as what to expect from the players individually and new head coach Jesper Sørensen. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 234: Whitecaps adjusting to "Sørensen-ball" as preseason rolls on 1:11:07

13 weeks ago1:11:07

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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to dive into all things Vancouver Whitecaps in a jam-packed show. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who have now completed three preseason games (as of recording), including two free matches on the team's YouTube channel. Having watched those 180 minutes of action, Alex and Sam dive into what they learned from them, showing how the team is faring in their first minutes under new head coach Jesper Sørensen. After that, they dive into the news that a new signing is on the way, as the Whitecaps look close to bringing in American forward Emmanuel Sabbi, per reports this week. Is he what the club needs at this moment? They dive into why he could be a good replacement for Fafá Picault, with an upside for more depending on how he fits into his new team's system. Lastly, they take a look at what other incomings could be on the way after the arrival of Jayden Nelson and Sabbi, as the Whitecaps look to fill the last few holes in their roster, with none bigger than the one left behind by the departure of DP Stuart Armstrong. But can they even replace Armstrong before they kick off the MLS season? They look at how realistic that could be for a team who has done their best business in the summer, leaving them in an awkward position for a team looking to get off to a strong start to the season. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub EXTRA Episode: Stuart Armstrong set for surprise exit? 36:03

14 weeks ago36:03

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Welcome back to a BONUS episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, for a bit of extra chatter, as they dive into the surprise news from this week that Stuart Armstrong is set to leave the Whitecaps to join Championship side Sheffield Wednesday. A big move given Armstrong's DP status and recent arrival in Vancouver, they dive into what this move means for Armstrong, the Whitecaps and their plan to contend for trophies this year. One thing is for sure - the pressure is mounting for these Whitecaps, who enter the month of February with a lot of business to do now, as this Armstrong move has compounded the team's quietly tough offseason in a big way. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 233: The Whitecaps... make a signing (!) as preseason kicks off 1:24:46

14 weeks ago1:24:46

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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, CPL and more. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who have finally made their first offseason transfer, bringing in former Toronto FC youngster Jayden Nelson on a permanent deal. They dive into what to expect from Nelson, who has struggled to find his best position as a professional, something he'll look to change in Vancouver. After that, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps preseason, as they've opened their scheduled slate of games in Marbella with a 3-2 loss to Polish side Raków Częstochowa. In a game which was played behind closed doors, they dive into what they learned from the roster information and highlights provided, getting an idea of what can be gleaned from that experience. To cap off MLS chatter, they then look at the latest out of MLS, who continues to handle the US Open Cup and Leagues Cup in a strange manner, but have helped the Whitecaps in the process. Lastly, they dive into the latest out of the CPL, where Pacific FC's quietly been making moves, gearing up for a big 2025 campaign. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 232: Jesper Sørensen is named Vancouver Whitecaps head coach (Ft. Toke Theilade) 1:13:04

16 weeks ago1:13:04

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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! As usual, Alex and Sam are back, this time joined by a special guest - Toke Theilade of Danish publication Vilfort Park! Naturally, the three had one big topic to speak of - the arrival of Danish head coach, Jesper Sørensen, to the Vancouver Whitecaps. Having arrived with a strong CV as a player and coach in his home country, Theilade helps Alex and Sam get a better understanding of what Sørensen will bring to the Whitecaps, as he arrives armed with a flexible tactical profile based around possession-play and a desire to develop youth - which he combines with dry humour off the pitch. Amid a golden generation of Danish coaches, it's a fascinating hire, and Theilade helps show why, explaining that those back home will heavily follow Sørensen's journey due to the unique adventure he is about to undertake. After their conversation with Theilade, Alex and Sam further dive into what they expect Sørensen to do with the Whitecaps, getting an idea of which players might benefit from his arrival, and who could be set to struggle. Lastly, they set the table for what this means for the Whitecaps as they kick off their preseason, in which they'll have to adapt to their new manager while potentially making a few new signings, and they look at what the next few weeks of action could look like on both fronts. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 231: Could the Whitecaps be sold? And who will be their 2025 head coach? 1:38:45

17 weeks ago1:38:45

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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! To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps' offseason, as the start of preseason starts to creep up on everyone here. Despite that, the Whitecaps remain without a head coach and any new signings, and they dive into why that is the case, and what that means for them. After that, they dive into what they expect in terms of the new coach and prospective signings, and what the anticipated timelines could be for both of those things. Then, they wrap up offseason talk by looking at some of the other small moves that have happened, including some intriguing re-signings and some key departures. Lastly, they dive into the big Whitecaps news of the offseason - the news that the club is for sale. They dive into all of the implications of that news in the short and long-term, and what it could mean for the future of the club. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 230: Pacific FC and Vancouver FC 2024 Year in Review; reviewing 2024 Whitecaps predictions 1:47:00

21 weeks ago1:47:00

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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back as usual, this time to chat about all things Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver FC, Pacific, and more. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who have had a quiet few weeks after Vanni Sartini's departure. As a result, Alex and Sam take the time to look back at their pre-season predictions, seeing how the Whitecaps compared to those prognostics, and what that has taught them about their 2025 outlook. After that, they dive into the 2024 season that was for both BC Canadian Premier League teams, Vancouver FC and Pacific FC. First, they start with Vancouver, who despite a massive offseason, was unable to take the big step they were hoping to make in 2024. Now, that's put them in a tough spot heading into 2025, where they'll start to feel the pressure as they enter their third year as a club. Meanwhile, with Pacific, despite making the playoffs, the pressure is on there, too, as they look to rebuild on the fly after losing some more key pieces. After making the playoffs in five straight seasons, they face a big uphill battle to repeat that feat for a sixth straight year in 2025, with a big roster build ahead of them. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 229: The Vanni Sartini era is over for the Whitecaps as offseason kicks off 1:46:36

23 weeks ago1:46:36

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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, who kicked off their offseason in a big way this week. To begin, they dive into the big news out of Whitecaps-land this week - the end of the Vanni Sartini era as Whitecaps head coach, as he was let go this week. First, they reminisce on some of Sartini's best memories with the Whitecaps, before diving into the key details of this move, including the timing of the move, and what his potential replacement might look like. Then, they look at the other Whitecaps news from this week, as the club released their post-season roster decisions, in which they made some big calls regarding who they'll be bringing back for 2025, and who looks to be on the way out. Quietly, that's opened the door for some big moves this offseason, and they dive into what those moves could look like, giving an early glimpse at what the Whitecaps winter could look like. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.…

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The Third Sub Episode 228: Whitecaps are eliminated from playoffs, begin looking forward to busy offseason 1:42:25

25 weeks ago1:42:25