
The Third Sub
A podcast covering all things Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver FC, Pacific FC, League 1 BC and more. Hosted by Samuel Rowan and Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic, they dive into everything surrounding soccer in BC in each episode.
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Soccer coverage across BC — from the community rinks to the pro arenas.
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Vancouver Whitecaps FC, sitting second in the Western Conference, host FC Dallas on Saturday seeking to rebound from recent results. The match is a rematch of their 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs series and has already sold over 23,000 tickets.

The UNBC Timberwolves have added German defender Noreen Weber to their women's soccer roster ahead of the 2026 Canada West season. Weber, a 20-year-old from Weinstadt, Germany, transfers from Whatcom Community College where she started all 12 games last season and earned Female Athlete of the Year honors.

Valter Sedin, son of former Vancouver Canuck Henrik Sedin, has signed a professional contract with Vancouver Whitecaps FC2 through June 2028. The 19-year-old midfielder previously played in Sweden and helped Canada qualify for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Valter Sedin, son of Canucks legend Henrik Sedin, has signed a professional contract with Whitecaps FC 2. The 19-year-old midfielder, who chose soccer over hockey, aims to earn a first-team contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Felix Cartal's free DJ party at Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone drew over 3000 people, the biggest crowd since the FIFA World Cup ended. The event demonstrated the pedestrian zone's potential as a gathering place beyond the tournament.

Vancouver Rise FC scored a last-minute goal to come from behind and defeat Halifax Tides FC 2-1 at Swangard Stadium. Jessica De Filippo scored twice, including the winner in stoppage time, to secure the victory for the home side.

UBC Thunderbirds men's soccer coach Mike Mosher announced the addition of seven recruits for the 2026 class. The group includes defenders, midfielders, and forwards from across Canada, many with ties to BC-based development programs.

German defender Luis Hirsch has committed to the UNBC Timberwolves men's soccer program. The 18 year old from Baden-Baden brings versatility and a high compete level to the U Sports team.
Vancouver FC rebounded from a tough start to the season, winning five straight league matches to climb into third place in the Canadian Premier League. The team's improved attack and veteran experience have been key to their remarkable run of form.

Victor Montagliani, a Vancouver native and current CONCACAF president, is profiled as a potential successor to FIFA President Gianni Infantino amidst a governance crisis. The article traces Montagliani's rise from a soccer-mad East Vancouver childhood through his controversial tenure at Canada Soccer and his praised leadership at CONCACAF.
The Trinity Western Spartans women's soccer team lost 2-0 to the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos on Saturday night in Santa Barbara, California, finishing their preseason tour with a 1-2 record. Yasmine Pahal made seven saves for the Spartans, but TWU was outshot 15-4 and surrendered two second-half goals.

Inter Toronto FC prospect Chimaobim Onyeocha has been selected for the Canada Men's U-16 National Team training camp and friendlies against Chile in Santiago. The 16-year-old, who recently signed a professional development contract and made his CPL debut, continues his rapid rise through the club's academy system.

A podcast covering all things Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver FC, Pacific FC, League 1 BC and more. Hosted by Samuel Rowan and Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic, they dive into everything surrounding soccer in BC in each episode.