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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 Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver Rise, Vancouver FC and Pacific FC. To begin, they dive into the latest out of the Whitecaps, who have continued their red-hot start to the 2025 season over the past few weeks. First, in the Concacaf Champions Cup, they managed to defeat Inter Miami 5-1 on aggregate across two legs in the semi-finals of that tournament, allowing them to reach the final for the first time. Now, they'll play a Cruz Azul team that has been in excellent form in this competition, of which they're one of the winningest teams historically, in what should be a fantastic final between two fun teams to watch. Meanwhile, in MLS play, the Whitecaps are also continuing to cruise, as they still sit atop MLS's Supporters Shield standings, having continued to pick up big results in league play despite juggling their CCC responsibilities. Now, things don't get any easier for the Whitecaps, who have three MLS matches and one Canadian Championship clash to deal with before the CCC final, but based on how they've been playing, they'll just try to keep the good times rolling as they get set to tackle a crucial three-week period. Elsewhere, the BC Canadian Premier League teams have been off to mixed starts to their campaigns, with Vancouver FC now finding their feet in league play after a slow start, while Pacific is looking to recover after a strong start turned into a mini-slump. So far, Vancouver has the edge between these two teams, especially after defeating Pacific in the preliminary round of the Canadian Championship, something they hope gives them momentum going forward, but Pacific will be pleased they bounced back from that VFC loss with a big home win vs. York United days later. Lastly, the Vancouver Rise have continued their start to their inaugural campaign, sitting second in the NSL standings through four matches. Despite that, they've got plenty to work on, especially offensively, although they'll be pleased with how organized they've been defensively, giving them a good base to build on as they look to find more goals going forward. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_.

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more!Today, Felipe and Mike are BACK to discuss Week 3 of the seventh season of the CPL! They delve into Vancouver and Valour's impressive displays against Cavalry and Forge respectively, Ottawa's five goal thriller victory over a heartbroken York and how HFX's good times keep keep rolling with their convincing 3-1 win over Pacific. Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload!Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro0:56 - Cavalry FC vs Vancouver FC14:25 - Atletico Ottawa vs York United35:35 - HFX Wanderers vs Pacific FC 56:33 - Forge FC vs Valour FC

This week, Matt and Martin go live from the Wanderers Grounds after Halifax's 3-1 home opener win over Pacific FC. Plus, Thomas Meilleur-Giguère joins the show to talk about playing against his former club, and the guys teach him some hip-hop history. Editor's note: The Wanderers have 7 goals through 3 games, not 6. Check out Classic Football Shirts and find the kit you've been searching for: bit.ly/WandererGrounds. Save 10% with the code TWG10. Photo credit: CPL

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more!Today, Felipe and Mike are BACK to discuss Week 2 of the seventh season of the CPL! They delve into Forge's convincing win out west, HFX BIG comeback win at York and some more Vancouver woes at Ottawa's new star signingMake sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload!Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:03 - Pacific FC vs Forge FC22:56 - York United vs HFX Wanderers35:16 - Vancouver FC vs Atletico Ottawa

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more!Today, Felipe and Mike are BACK to discuss Week 1 of the seventh season of the CPL! They delve into HFX's opening day curse, Aparicio's instant impact, Koilelat's heroics, THAT Ronan Kratt goal and Felipe goes on (yet another) Vancouver FC rant!Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload!Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:00 - Atletico Ottawa vs HFX Wanderers24:21 - Forge FC vs Cavalry FC 41:48 - Pacific FC vs Valour FC1:02:22 - Vancouver FC vs York United

The CPL Newsroom, presented by Volkswagen, is back for another season! Join Charlie O'Connor-Clarke and Mitchell Tierney to break down all of the action from week one of the 2025 Canadian Premier League campaign.  Atlético Ottawa and Halifax Wanderers FC drew a four-goal thriller in the capital, Forge FC beat Cavalry FC in a CPL Final rematch, Pacific FC started their season with victory over Valour FC, and York United beat Vancouver FC to finish off the opening weekend. Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer. 

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, CONCACAF Champions Cup, and Canadian Premier League chat and interviews. It was late agony at BC Place for Vancouver Whitecaps as they conceded an away goal against Pumas UNAM with just three minutes remaining in a game they bossed. Still, they got a draw and it's all to play for next week in Mexico City as we pick over the bones of the first leg. We've two feature interview for you in this episode. First up is a 25 minute chat with Canadian Premier League Commissioner Mark Noonan ahead of the 7th season of the CPL. We chat with Mark about the state of the league, expansion, the TV deal with TSN, capitalizing on the 2026 World Cup, and more. Next up is former Whitecaps midfielder Marco Bustos who returns to the CPL for a second stint with Pacific FC. What brought him back, can they recapture the glory days of their championship season, how is a turned over Pacific side looking, and how was life in Sweden? We chat about all of this and more, plus we preview all eight CPL teams and look at how their offseason rebuilds have gone and their chances for the season ahead. Music-wise feature in Wavelength, Camille Schmidt kicks off her residency as our Album of the Month, and there's a couple of Britpop songs from Nilon Bombers and Kingmaker. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro - US Open Cup drama 07.12: Whitecaps concede late in agonizing draw with Pumas 28.35: CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan interview 64.35: Pacific FC season preview 75.23: Marco Bustos interview 106.50: Vancouver FC season preview 128.20: Calgary FC season preview 135.53: Valour FC season preview 141.03: Forge FC season preview 149.06: York United season preview 157.35: Atletico Ottawa season preview 163.38: HFX Wanderers season preview 169.55: Wavelength - Babybird - Football

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Canadian Premier League, and Canadian national team chat. The Whitecaps didn't get back to winning ways in Toronto but they took a point on the road and that's rarely a bad thing. We delve into the goalless draw against TFC and the main takeaways from the match, that sadly saw injuries to Andres Cubas and Mathias Laborda. Can we read much into the recent blips? Will the team be hampered now against Pumas in the Champions Cup? And how does the weekend's results leave the 'Caps in the lie of the land in the MLS West? We talk about all of that and more and chat with WFC2 standout Nelson Pierre, who made it three goals in three games on Saturday. We've two feature interviews for you this episode. First up is a chat with MLS Apple TV analyst, and former scourge of MLS defences everywhere, Sacha Kljestan. We get Sacha's thoughts about the Whitecaps start to the season, their key players, and the MLS West, plus we talk about his continuing US Open Cup run with Des Moines Menace, switching to punditry, and the US national team woes and whether Brian White can save them. Turning our attention to the CPL, we chat with Pacific FC head coach James Merriman ahead of the new season that gets underway next weekend. We look back at last season, the offseason rebuild, the season ahead, plans for youth players and L1BC, and more. Plus we find out if new Pacific addition, Whitecaps loanee goalkeeper Max Anchor, fancies a chocolate digestive! And after another eventful week for Canada Soccer we talk about the blame game and fingerpointing around Alphonso Davies' injury by Bayern Munich and his agent against the CSA, plus Zach regales us will tales of his trip to the CONCACAF Nations League finals and we look at the admonishment handed out to former men's national team coach John Herdman. Music-wise Athena feature in Wavelength, Sleeper wrap up their residency as our Album of the Month, there's a Britpop song from Joyrider, and special song from Franz Ferdinand that we're dedicating to Lorenzo Insigne. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.25: Intro - football galore and spring break 15.06: Whitecaps goalless and with more injury concerns after Toronto stalemate 33.40: The lie of the land in the MLS West 42.55: Nelson Pierre interview and WFC2 chat 56.10: Sacha Kljestan interview 83.43: James Merriman interview 110.05: Anyone Fancy A Chocolate Digestive? - Max Anchor 117.10: Zach's trip to the Nations League finals 133.53: Alphonso Davies, Bayern Munich, and the Canada Soccer blame game 155.30: Herdman admonished by disciplinary hearing 162.15: Wavelength - Athena - Holigan

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Canadian Premier League, and CONCACAF Nations League chat and we're joined by AFTN writer Felipe Vallejo this week to talk about it all. Canada went into the CONCACAF Nations League finals with real hope of lifting their first trophy in 25 years, but a semi-final loss to Mexico shattered those dreams, before a feelgood win over the US end the tournament on a high for Les Rouges. We pick over the bones of both matches, the lessons that can be learned from them, and what some of the performances of individual players may mean for the future. Is Alphonso Davies still trying to do too much? Are some of the old guard needing to step aside? Do we have a number one goalkeeper at the moment? We chat about all of that and more. Turning our attention to the club game, Vancouver Whitecaps lost their first MLS match of the season, when a short-handed and disjointed side fell at home to Chicago. A mere blip to their good start, some real concerns about depth, or a mixture of both? We look back at the game, what can be taken from it, and look ahead to getting back on track in the Canadian derby against a poor Toronto side. Our feature interview this episode is with a Whitecaps first-teamer that's gone out for loan to the CPL for the season, goalkeeper Max Anchor. We chat to Max about his move to Pacific FC, his footballing journey so far, some of the new goalkeeper rules, and more. It's also Football Violence Awareness Month at AFTN Towers and we review the Netflix Polish football hooligan drama Kibic, while Antisocial feature in Wavelength. Plus Sleeper continue their residency as our Album of the Month, there's another Britpop song from Ash, and we talk World Cup qualification, the US Open Cup, and the new UK Ballers League. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro - World Cup qualifiers, US Open Cup 12.45: Canada's Nations League rollercoaster 51.50: Whitecaps depth tested in Chicago loss 79.06: Max Anchor interview 102.40: Pacific FC chat 110.45: TVOD - Kibic (Hooligan) 116.00: Wavelength - Antisocial - Official Hooligan

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more!Today, Felipe and Mike are continuing their 2025 CPL Season Previews! This time its Pacific FC and Valour FC, where the pair go over the transfers in and out of each team, roster changes and how ready each team looks ahead of the start of the 2025 season. Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload!

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_. 

This week, Martin chats with new Halifax Tides signing Gianna Creighton, a standout defensive midfielder from UC Irvine. Plus, Matt and Martin talk Rayane Yesli's arrival to the Wanderers and Aidan Daniels' move to Pacific FC. Photo credit: UC Irvine

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver Rise, and Canadian Premier League chat. The offseason keeps rolling on apace in the North American soccer leagues. MLS held a somewhat farcical untelevised SuperDraft on Friday. The Whitecaps added two players and we chat with one of them, University of North Carolina Freshman Tate Johnson who was picked by the 'Caps in the first round. We also chat with Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster about the team's two draft picks and we get a tantalising little tease about the search for a new manager. It looks like it's done and it's not a Canadian! It's been a busy week for the new club in town, NSL side Vancouver Rise, who announced their first five signings. We look back at who has been revealed so far, hear from the club's first signing, Canadian defender Shannon Woeller, and talk with club President Sinead King about a couple of off the pitch aspects of the new team. Turning our attention to the CPL, we look at the offseason so far for the two BC teams, Pacific and Vancouver, as roster decisions are made and rebuilding begins. Plus music-wise we continue our 2024 Festive 15 with the songs that came in at the numbers 4 to 6 positions. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro 03.50: Whitecaps add two in farcical MLS SuperDraft 15.18: Axel Schuster on draft picks and manager search 30.05: AFTN's 2024 Festive 15 - #6 Fontaines D.C. - Romance 34.00: Vancouver Rise add first five players 68.41: AFTN's 2024 Festive 15 - #5 Soft Play - Everything and Nothing 75.55: Pacific FC's offseason so far 94.19: AFTN's 2024 Festive 15 - #4 Idles - Gift Horse 100.10: Vancouver FC's offseason so far 123.30: Wavelength - Cha Cha 2000 - Tired Legs At The End Of The Game

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more! Today, Felipe and Mike continue their 2024 Season Round-Ups for all 8 CPL teams, this time going over 6th and 7th place teams Pacific FC and HFX Wanderers!. They delve into each teams season stats, what went wrong and what went right in 2024 as well as what they need for 2025 to be a success, plus the news surrounding their end of season squad updates! Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - HFX Wanderers Season Review 35:31 - Pacific FC Season Review 1:09:33 - Outro

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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Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more! Today, Felipe and Mike are back to discuss the first three games of the 2024 CanPL Playoffs! They delve into York's clever and resilient win over a hapless Pacific FC, Cavalry getting one over Forge to host the CanPL Final and Ottawa's nervy win on penalties versus a stubborn York side. Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - York vs Pacific (4th v 5th) 10:41 - Ottawa vs York (QF) 36:41 - Forge FC vs Cavalry FC (QF) 49:01 - Outro (+ teaser!)

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 and Pacific FC.  To begin with, they dive into the latest from the Whitecaps, who advanced through MLS's Western Conference Wild Card match in style by beating the Portland Timbers 5-0 on Wednesday.   Arguably one of their best performances of their MLS era, they dive into what stood out from that win, as the Whitecaps seemed to hit all of the right notes in that game, both tactically and individually. Now, however, the Whitecaps won't have much time to think about that win, as they're now getting set to take on LAFC in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs, in a rematch of the 2023 playoffs.  Can they legitimately cause problems for LAFC? Can they carry over the blueprint used vs. Portland? Will fatigue play a factor?  They dive into all of the key questions surrounding this LAFC series, before previewing what they expect out of game #1, which goes this Sunday in Los Angeles.  Lastly, they finish with some Canadian Premier League talk, as they look at Pacific's elimination from the CPL playoffs, which came at the hands of York United in midweek, seeing what this means for the Tridents.  Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

On the first 2024 playoff edition of the CPL Newsroom presented by Volkswagen, Charlie O'Connor-Clarke and Mitchell Tierney break down York United's victory over Pacific FC in the 4th vs 5th match on Wednesday night. They also preview a huge weekend to come, with York set to visit Atlético Ottawa in the quarter-final, and Forge FC hosting Cavalry FC in the qualifying semi-final! Some footage is courtesy of OneSoccer.

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, Vancouver FC, Pacific FC and more.  To begin, there's the latest out of the Vancouver Whitecaps, who fell 2-1 to Real Salt Lake in their final match of the 2024 MLS regular season. A game in which they led in the second half, they were unable to hold onto that lead late, as they lost their fourth straight game in a row to end the campaign.   Now, that's pushed the 'Caps into a position they didn't think they'd be in a month ago - MLS's play-in match, as they must now beat the Portland Timbers on Wednesday to book their spot in the 2024 MLS Cup playoffs.  Alex and Sam preview what you need to know about this Portland match, one that could potentially be era-defining for this Whitecaps team, win or lose, and they look at why that is the case.  After that, they take a look at the CPL, where both BC teams capped off their regular season slates this weekend, with Vancouver FC drawing Atlético Ottawa 0-0, and Pacific beating Forge FC 1-0. Thanks to those results, Pacific clinched a spot in the playoffs, doing so just ahead of Vancouver, marking the fifth straight year in which Pacific will participate in the playoffs.  As a result, they're also getting set for a midweek clash on the road, with their playoff journey kicking off with an elimination match against York United on Wednesday, one that Alex and Sam make sure to preview before the end of the show.  Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC's final regular season game against Pacific FC, where a 1-0 loss closed the chapter on the 2024 regular season. With a look at the playoff picture, including the implications of the Tonybet Outcome games, Mackenzie prepares you for Forge's upcoming home playoff clash against arch-rivals Cavalry FC. Tune in for game highlights, stats, and what's next as Forge FC aims for a fifth championship title!Key Takeaways:Forge FC's Final Regular Season Game – A recap of Forge FC's 1-0 loss to Pacific FC, with key moments from the match and player contributions.Impact on the Playoff Picture – Explanation of the Tonybet Outcome and how other matches from the final day of the regular season shape the playoff bracket.Suspension of Daniel Parra – Discussion of Parra's three-game suspension and how it could affect Forge FC's playoff chances.Upcoming Playoff Match – Forge FC is set to face Cavalry FC at home in their first playoff match this weekend, with a potential CPL Final on the horizon.Chapters:0:00 Breakdown of Forge's 1-0 loss to Pacific FC, key stats, and player performances.1:45 Insights from Coach Bobby Smyrniotis2:30 More Recap !!3:40 Daniel Parra's Suspension4:35 Overview of simultaneous CPL matches and how they affect the playoff picture.6:30 Cavalry FC: Forge FC's Playoff Opponent7:30 Tristan Borges on Building a Legacy with ForgeForge Audio Network The Forge Audio Network delivers the latest news, updates, and in-depth content for Forge FC fans, featuring voices like Steve Milton, Mackenzie Barwell, Kyle Bekker, Mitch Houlahan, Bobby Smyrniotis, Forge players and coaches, and Canadian Premier League experts. Regular shows include Forge Daily, The Captain's Log, Behind The Beard, Mac's Access, and more. Tune in via the Forge FC YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or forgefc.canpl.ca, and be sure to follow Forge FC on social media to stay updated on all content. Twitter: @ForgeFCHamilton Instagram: @ForgeFC TikTok: @ForgeFCHamilton Facebook: ForgeFCHamiltonForge FC is playing for a chance to host the CPL Final at Tim Hortons FieldDate: 4:00Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/2024-cpl-qualifying-semi-final-forge-hamilton-ontario-10-27-2024/event/1000614892C50CC3

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, Vancouver FC, Pacific FC and more.  To begin, there's the latest out of the Vancouver Whitecaps, who for the first time since 2022, have lost three games in a row in MLS play, as they fell 2-1 to LAFC to extend their losing streak to three games and their winless run in MLS play to six games.  They look at what stood out from the LAFC game, diving into a familiar trend that stood out, one that might prove to be costly as they get set for the playoffs.  Speaking of the playoffs, the Whitecaps will now play their last game before the postseason this upcoming weekend on the road to RSL, and they preview that match, seeing what the Whitecaps will need to do to bust their slump ahead of the playoffs while also improving their postseason seeding.  Meanwhile, in the CPL, the final weekend of action looms, with both Pacific FC and Vancouver FC sitting in the hunt to earn the fifth and final playoff spot. Which of the two will earn that spot? Or could Valour leapfrog both of them and leave them on the outside looking in? They'll find out this weekend during "The Outcome", the CPL's regular season finale.  Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC's 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa in their second last regular-season match. Mackenzie discusses the game's key moments, the impact on Forge's playoff path, and the celebratory shield lift despite the tough result. She also looks ahead to the final regular-season clash against Pacific FC and discusses what's at stake for the league standings.Key Takeaways:Forge FC's 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa was marked by a slow start, early goals from Manny Aparicio and Samuel Salter, and no shots on target for Forge. This was their third loss to Ottawa this season.Despite the loss, halftime was full of fun fan appreciation activities, with trivia and keep-up competitions, offering fans a memorable experience.A heated second half with some controversial refereeing led to Ale Hojabrpour's ejection after two yellow cards. The introduction of Matteo and Kadim also contributed to Forge's U21 minutes accumulation.After the match, Forge FC lifted the CPL shield to celebrate their regular-season title, with Commissioner Mark Noonan's words underscoring the importance of their season-long success.Both Coach Bobby Smyrniotis and Alex Achinioti Jonsson reflected on the reality of the season, emphasizing Forge's long-term consistency and culture.Looking ahead to the final match against Pacific FC, Mackenzie breaks down what's at stake for playoff spots and how Forge is focusing on regaining momentum ahead of the postseason.Chapters: Intro & Ottawa Match RecapFan AppreciationSecond Half HighlightsCPL Shield LiftPost Match ReflectionsPlayoff PictureForge Audio Network The Forge Audio Network delivers the latest news, updates, and in-depth content for Forge FC fans, featuring voices like Steve Milton, Mackenzie Barwell, Kyle Bekker, Mitch Houlahan, Bobby Smyrniotis, Forge players and coaches, and Canadian Premier League experts. Regular shows include Forge Daily, The Captain's Log, Behind The Beard, Mac's Access, and more. Tune in via the Forge FC YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or forgefc.canpl.ca, and be sure to follow Forge FC on social media to stay updated on all content. Twitter: @ForgeFCHamilton Instagram: @ForgeFC TikTok: @ForgeFCHamilton Facebook: ForgeFCHamiltonForge FC is playing for a chance to host the CPL Final at Tim Hortons FieldDate: 4:00Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/2024-cpl-qualifying-semi-final-forge-hamilton-ontario-10-27-2024/event/1000614892C50CC3

In this episode of The People's Show, Bik Nizzar discusses the Canucks' decision to scratch Vincent Desharnais one game into the season, highlighting how depth and competition are key to success. With Noah Juulsen stepping in, Bik explores the need for defensive rotation in today's NHL. He also recaps the Seahawks' Thursday night loss and analyzes Geno Smith's performance and the defense's struggle to stop the run. Bik is joined by Brett Festerling to break down Desharnais' play and the Canucks' approach to keeping things simple on defense. Plus, Rob Friend, former pro soccer player and CEO of Pacific FC, talks Vancouver FC and their season. Later, it's time for NFL Week 6 predictions with Bik's "BIK 6" segment, followed by a fun round of "Guys Naming Dudes: Swedish Defensemen Edition."   Produced by Elan Chark The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

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, Vancouver FC, Pacific FC and more.  To begin, they look at the latest out of the Whitecaps, who continue to struggle in MLS play, falling 3-0 to the Seattle Sounders in midweek before losing 1-0 to Minnesota United to make it five games without a win in MLS play.  They try their best to diagnose what has gone wrong with this Whitecaps team as of late, as it feels like a mix of multiple factors have come together to create this strange stretch.  Now, the Whitecaps will look to bust that slump this weekend against LAFC in a strange match where both sides will be missing several key regulars due to the international break.  Meanwhile, in the CPL, things remain as chaotic as ever in the race for the playoffs, with just one point separating the fifth and final playoff spot from last place in the table, meaning that race for the playoffs will literally come down to the wire.  Will Vancouver FC or Pacific FC be able to nab that one remaining playoff spot? Or will Valour or Halifax find a way to do so? Vancouver has the edge in that race heading into a massive game against Valour this weekend, but it still remains too early to call in terms of how things might finish and they look at why that is the case.  Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

Forge FC are the 2024 Canadian Premier League Shield winners! On this week's episode of the CPL Newsroom, presented by Volkswagen, Kristian Jack and Charlie O'Connor-Clarke break down their regular season title, and the rest of the action from around the league.  Halifax Wanderers FC picked up a point with a late goal at home to Vancouver FC, Cavalry FC smashed Pacific FC in Langford, Forge beat Valour FC in Winnipeg, and York United beat Atlético Ottawa in Toronto before an interesting exchange between the two managers.  At the end of the show, producer Benedict Rhodes joins for a roundtable discussion about some of the league's top stories.  Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer.

We interview Scott Kennedy, who talks about his pro career, time with the Canadian Men's National Team and his connections to his hometown of Calgary. We discuss his recent move to K.A.S. Eupen in the Belgian second division and how it's been going so far.Cavalry FC played Vancouver FC to a goaless draw last week. This clinched a playoff spot but there is still some jostling for positioning. We preview their match with Pacific FC this weekend.The Dinos women's team and SAIT's women's team continue to win matches and score a lot of goals. In men's Canada West action we saw the Dinos and Cougars play the Crowchild Classic part two. We recap these events and more in our post-secondary round up.Subscribe to our Substack or follow us on Twitter/X or on InstagramOur website is yycsoccer.com

On this week's episode of the CPL Newsroom, presented by Volkswagen, Kristian Jack and Charlie O'Connor-Clarke break down all of the action from matchweek 25! Forge FC put one hand on the CPL Shield with a win over York United, Cavalry FC and Vancouver FC split the points at ATCO Field, Halifax Wanderers FC held Atlético Ottawa to a draw in the capital, and Valour FC launched themselves back into playoff contention with a big Monday night win over Pacific FC. At the end of the show, producer Benedict Rhodes joins for a roundtable discussion about some of the league's top stories.  Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer.

Forge FC extended their lead in the standings by 7 points after yet another home win this past weekend against York United. In today's episode, Mackenzie breaks down all the action from the 905 Derby, the impact on the standings after Matchweek 25, and takes a look at where Valour FC stands ahead of their upcoming clash with Forge FC this weekend.Key Takeaways;Forge FC secured a 2-0 victory in the 905 Derby against York United, with goals from Noah Jensen and Nana Ampomah. Noah Jensen's goal in the second half brought his season total to 5, trailing only Tristan Borges. Nana Ampomah sealed the game with a late goal, aided by new signings Victor Klonaridis and Alex.Both Amadou Kone and Tristan Borges were absent from the starting lineup, and Forge had to adapt when Elimane Cissé left the match due to injury. Jordan Hamilton, Dav Choinière, and Benni Badibanga led the attack.The episode highlighted results from Matchweek 25, including Cavalry's 0-0 draw with Vancouver and a 1-1 draw between Ottawa and Halifax. These results affect playoff positions, especially with Valour FC and Pacific FC fighting for the 5th playoff spot.Forge will face Valour FC next, with Forge on the verge of clinching the regular season title and Valour fighting to stay in the playoff race.Chapters:0:00 Recapping the 905 Darby6:55 Individual Stats and Matchweek 258:00 Valour v. Forge FCThe Forge Audio Network provides Forge FC fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favorite soccer team. Featuring Steve Milton, Mackenzie Barwell, Kyle Bekker, Mitch Houlahan, Bobby Smyrniotis, Forge players and coaches, other Canadian Premier League experts, and many more. Regular shows include Forge Daily, The Captain's Log, Behind The Beard, Mac's Access, and so much more. Forge Audio Network content can be found on the Forge FC YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at forgefc.canpl.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow Forge FC social media channels to keep up to date with all Forge Audio Network content.      Twitter: @ForgeFCHamilton      Insta: @forgefc      TikTok: @forgefchamilton      Facebook: ForgeFCHamiltonForge FC's final home match of the regular seasonvs Atletico OttawaSaturday October 124:00pmTim Hortons FieldTickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/forge-fc-vs-atletico-ottawa-hamilton-ontario-10-12-2024/event/10006061897F0D95

Hello and Welcome Back to another episode of Coast to Coast FC! The Canadian soccer podcast focused on all things CPL, Canadian Championship and more! Today, Felipe and Mike are back to discuss this past weekend's CanPL games that intensified the title race and, more importantly, the final playoff spot race. They delve into Cavalry's professional win over York Utd, Valour's struggle to close the game out vs HFX, Forge bouncing back with a comfortable win over a helpless Vancouver FC and Ottawa throwing YET ANOTHER 3 pts away vs Moses Dyer's Pacific FC! Make sure to follow us on all our socials @CoastToCoastFC to keep up to date with our content, and on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube so you know exactly when we upload!

A draw you say? A blown lead you say? Are you sure you're not talking about any number of other games this season? Listen to Johnny and Joey talk about our latest re-run and what we might do to salvage our season.

On this week's episode of the CPL Newsroom, pres. by Volkswagen, Kristian Jack and Charlie O'Connor-Clarke break down all four matches from matchweek 24! Forge FC and Atlético Ottawa clinched playoff spots this weekend, while Cavalry FC are hot on their heels after a big win at York Lions Stadium on Friday night. Valour and Halifax currently chase Pacific FC for the final playoff spot after all three teams drew matches over the weekend, while Vancouver's recent slide has them on the outside looking in at their BC rivals. At the end of the show, producer Benedict Rhodes joins as well for a roundtable discussion about some of the league's most talked about stories.  Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer.

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Pacific FC, Vancouver Rise, Vancouver FC, Canadian Championship, Major League Soccer, Canadian Premier League, and MLS Next Pro chat. Phew, that's a lot of bases to cover, but we do it and we're joined by Harjeet Johal to help us along! We kick things off looking at the Whitecaps Canadian Championship semi-final. The threepeat awaits when they play TFC next month, in a tournament that already needs another revamping. We delve into the win over Pacific and get the thoughts of both head coaches, Vanni Sartini and James Merriman. Keeping the Whitecaps chat going we look ahead to the return to MLS action, as Vanni shares his thoughts about the season run-in, and we chat with Ryan Gauld about his Scotland call-up. Plus we look at what the injury to Brian White might mean to the Whitecaps and ponder if there will be any cuss words dropped against Austin. The big news story this week on the women's side was the launch of new Northern Super League side Vancouver FC. We chat with Chief Business Officer Sinead King and Sporting Director Stephanie Labbe and discuss the new name and branding, where the team might play, what kind of crowds they're expecting, when with a head coach and players start to be announced, what quality we can expect from the new league, and more. All of this, plus we look at WFC2's playoff push and chat with head coach Ricardo Clark, look at Vancouver FC's hugely important and dramatic late win against Valour in the CPL, and chat with VFC's birthday boy match winner Ayman Sellouf and head coach Afshin Ghotbi. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.25: Intro 04.23: The Whitecaps Canadian Championship threepeat is on 20.15: The Canadian Championship format needs to change 31.08: Aussie's swearing upsets MLS! 36.15: The Whitecaps playoff hopes very much in own hands 46.27: Ryan Gauld finally earns Scotland call-up 57.05: Vancouver Rise FC are born - what we know so far 103.20: WFC2's playoff push continues 113.30: 10-man Vancouver FC win at the death 127.37: Wavelength - The LaFontaines - Scotland, Bonnie Scotland

Coming off the Whitecaps win over Pacific FC in the Canadian championship, Sat and Israel discuss how the Caps and MLS as a whole can raise their profile not just nationally in Canada but for the MLS as a whole in regards to the soccer landscape. Plus Tyson Shushkewich from Blue Jays Nation joins the guys to talk about the second half surge the Jays are having post deadline and the overall improvement of Canadian baseball.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In hour two Mike Halford and Jason Brough talk to Pacific FC head coach ahead of their match in Vancouver. They discuss how the Vancouver Whitecaps have a hard time attracting fans that follow their season intently. Abbotsford Canucks' goaltending coach Justin Pogge joins to discuss his career and his new role with the team.  This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Pacific FC, Vancouver FC, and Canadian Championship chat and interviews. No MLS action for the Whitecaps this weekend because of the Leagues Cup final, so it's full steam ahead looking to next week's Canadian Championship semi-final second leg against CPL side Pacific FC. We preview the match and Pacific's huge slump in form, as the Whitecaps will be coming in cold for this one. Plus we hear some thoughts from both head coaches, the 'Caps' Vanni Sartini and Pacific's James Merriman. In the first of two feature interviews this episode we sit down with Pacific's key defensive piece Thomas Meilleur-Giguère to chat about the match, Pacific's season so far, his own personal footballing journey, and adapting to BC island life from the hustle and busy of city life in Quebec. We also chat with a defender that's left Pacific and gone back to college, Eric Lajeunesse. Eric played in the first leg and looks ahead to the second, as he talks about his time in the CPL so far and transitioning back to the college game with UBC. Our second feature interview is with a former UBC Thunderbird, and current Vancouver FC player, Sebastian Dzikowski. We chat with the forward about his time at college, transitioning to the pro game, and trying to break into a VFC side that's in a playoff dogfight right now. All of this plus there's still time to talk about the Whitecaps Girls Elite tough outing in Mexico in CONCACAF Champions Cup action, chat with centre back Keira Martin, and bring you a Wavelength song about a much maligned, and long forgotten, English cup competition. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.26: Intro a decent weekend in MLS for the 'Caps 08.05: Whitecaps v Pacific Canadian Championship preview 17.25: Thomas Meilleur-Giguère interview 39.51: Eric Lajeunesse interview 49.20: Sebastian Dzikowski interview 79.52: Whitecaps Girls Elite go down to heavy loss in Mexico 90.20: Keira Martin interview 96.45: Wavelength - Armchair Loyal - The Full Members Cup

The Big Show with Patrick Dumas and GVP is on demand! On hour 3, Cavalry GM and Head Coach Tommy Wheeldon Jr joins the show to preview their match against Pacific FC and some of his standout players so far this season.  (26:10) Later on, Valley Ridge GC Pro Stephen Yanitski hops on to talk golf in Calgary, and help with understanding some new clubs and techniques to better your game!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

On this episode of the CPL Newsroom, presented by Volkswagen, Charlie O'Connor-Clarke and Mitchell Tierney break down all four matches from a busy weekend. Cavalry beat York United to pick up their fourth win in a row, Ottawa dominated Pacific FC in Langford, and Valour continued their playoff push with a win over Halifax at home. Forge moved to the top of the table on Sunday with a victory over Vancouver FC for their second win of the week, after beating Halifax on Wednesday as well.  Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer.

In the second half Dan and Randip are joined by Rick Campbell to discuss the BC Lions signing Nathan Rourke, and the impact his return will bring. Later Mark Rogers joins to discuss the Salish Sea Derby this weekend between Vancouver FC and Pacific FC.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

On this episode of the CPL Newsroom presented by Volkswagen, Charlie O'Connor-Clarke and Mitchell Tierney break down all the action from week 18 of the 2024 Canadian Premier League season! York United moved to the top of the table with their win over Valour and Atlético Ottawa's blowout loss against Forge, Cavalry rejoined the CPL Shield conversation with a win at home against Halifax, and there's frustration at Pacific FC after losing again to rivals Vancouver FC to remain on the outside looking in of the playoff picture. Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer, home of all Canadian Premier League matches.

Dan Riccio and Israel Fehr are joined by Dom Luszczyszyn from The Athletic. He discusses the Blackhawks' need to rebuild from their bottom-five standing and praises Utah's improved defense setup, considering them a potential playoff team with better development down the middle. He views Nashville as a formidable team in the West, mentioning awkward fits and potential for maximizing Stamkos, who might shift to wing. Luszczyszyn also highlights the Canucks' "sneaky good" offseason, noting DeBrusk's potential impact, and evaluates the LA Kings' reliance on young players like Byfield and Clark to step up as their prospect pool hasn't fully panned out. Mark Rogers joins the show and emphasizes the importance of integrating young BC players into the Vancouver FC environment, noting that while bigger opportunities may arise, Pacific FC offers valuable chances for development. He highlights the ability for players to play, attend University, and return, all while not being against the cap. Rogers also previews the upcoming game this weekend, pointing out the initiatives in place and the opportunity to watch the next local star. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In hour 2 Brendan and Randip are joined by Vancouver Whitecaps manager Vanni Sartini to talk about the team's recent win against Pacific FC and shares his thoughts on the Canadian national team's run at Copa America and previews the Euro finals. Defensive coordinator of the BC Lions Ryan Phillips joins to give a preview of their upcoming game against the Roughriders and what they need to do to get the win.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

It's a jam-packed episode of the CPL Newsroom presented by Volkswagen this week, as Charlie and Mitchell preview Canada vs Argentina in the Copa América semifinals, before breaking down all of this weekend's CPL action. At the end of the show they also look ahead to Forge FC and Pacific FC competing in the Canadian Championship semifinals against Major League Soccer sides Toronto FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC, respectively.  Some footage used is courtesy of OneSoccer, home of all Canadian Premier League matches.

Cole Swindell any relation to Greg Swindell, BSens face elimination Friday night, Atletico Ottawa draw Pacific FC, Oilers playoff song and Travis Green wanting the team already in shape when camp opens. 

AJ Jakubec is joined by Gord Smith to talk Atletico Ottawa's draw with Pacific FC in the Canadian Championships. Then he's joined by Rocco Placentino from CS Saint-Laurent, and chats with the voice of CF Montreal, Jon Still

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong, along with JC, discuss the response from their controversial takes on the search for Canada's Men's Team's New Head Coach, Canadian Championships have the TSS Rovers up against the CPL's Pacific FC with a visit from Will Cromack, a Founding Owner of the club, Ipswich Town is making Craig sit on the fence and Amy asks what would the Perfect Manager for Canada's Men's side look like.GET IN!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, Amy Walsh & Dan WongCousin Larry: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail info@wearefootyprime.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On day four of our team-by-team season previews, Charlie and Mitchell dive into all things Pacific FC. After a disappointing second half of last season, and some major departures over the winter, there's a lot to talk about on Vancouver Island. Come back tomorrow for our York United preview!

Good evening sports fans! We had the pleasure of speaking Simon Avila from Pacific FC, about the club, the kits, and something special that drops at the same time as this podcast! And there's the usual shirt chat, news and terrible banter with Mike, Adam and Scott. Enjoy!

We're back with our 2023 Christmas special! Another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and Canadian soccer chat, but this time with added festive fun and games! It'll all get a bit messy or maybe it's just a cheese dream. The Whitecaps' 2024 schedule dropped this week and forget Santa Claus, it's Lionel Messi that's coming to town in May. Barring injury, Christmas has come early for 'Caps fans who want to spend their cash gifts on some football fun. We delve into the good and the bad aspects of the schedule, chat about the Messi circus, and look at the two latest Whitecaps additions - draft picks Eliot Goldthorp and Nicolas Fleuriau Chateau. Our feature interview this episode is a player that will be well known to Whitecaps, TFC, Pacific FC, and Vancouver FC fans, Canadian defender Kadin Chung. We chat with Kadin about the highs and lows of his career so far, coming to play for his new hometown team, and look ahead at what's to come. Plus we find out what Christmas is like with the Chung family and with his teammate Callum Irving's family. We also look at the US Soccer Federation standing up to MLS in the US Open Cup row, chat with Canadian Players of the Year Jesse Fleming and Stephen Eustáquio about their busy year and Christmas plans, find out if Canadian women's national team head coach Bev Priestman is able to get a break this Christmas, whether Whitecaps midfielder Ali Ahmed fancies a chocolate digestive, and just what is Tristan Blackmon's favourite jam? Harjeet Johal joins us for the fun and chat and play 20 Questions, plus we continue AFTN's 2023 Festive Fifteen with numbers 6 to 4. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.45: Intro - getting ready for Christmas aka buying too much cheese 11.55: A Callum Irving Family Christmas 14.36: Messi coming to town as MLS schedule drops 36.45: Anyone Fancy A Chocolate Digestive - Ali Ahmed 38.11: 20 Questions - Whitecaps edition 44.26: Festive Fifteen #6 48.29: Whitecaps add two intriguing draft picks 59.35: USSF stand up to MLS in US Open Cup row 74.46: Tristan Blackmon's Favourite Jam 76.45: 20 Questions - CPL edition 86.01: Festive Fifteen #5 90.25: Kadin Chung interview and discussion 121.40: A Kadin Chung Family Christmas 123.45: Festive Fifteen #4 129.00: Jessie Fleming and Stephen Eustáquio on a busy year and Christmas plans 135.55: 20 Questions - Canadian national team edition 144.40: Bev Priestman's Christmas plans 146.00: Wavelength - Armchair Loyal - All I Want For Christmas Is A Dukla Prague Away Kit

We're back with another packed AFTN Soccer Show. When we say it's a bumper episode we mean it, and there's something for everyone as we chat Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Leagues Cup, Vancouver FC, Canadian Premier League, League1 BC, and the women's World Cup. We kick things off with the Whitecaps as we look back at their exciting and ultimately heartbreaking Leagues Cup loss to Mexican side Club Leon in a penalty shootout on Friday night. It was a great game on the pitch and a fantastic atmosphere off it. We also chat with 'Caps coach Vanni Sartini to get his thoughts on both the new tournament and the MLS All-Star game. The other big Whitecaps news this week was the departure of Julian Gressel. We break down the trade to Columbus Crew and chat with Vancouver's Sporting Director and GM Axel Schuster about the transfer and what's next. One man tipped to move into the Gressel-shaped hole in the side is Ali Ahmed and in our feature interview this episode we catch up with Ali to chat about a whirlwind year that's seen him sign a MLS deal, score his first Whitecaps goal, break into the national team, and that scare incident in the Pacific FC game. We also look at the dramatic end of the regular League1 BC season, chat with TSS Rovers women's head coach Chelsey Hannesson after her side book their place in the playoffs, and talk to Victoria Highlanders head coach Steve Simonson after his side topped the regular season standings and booked their place in next year's Canadian Championship. All of that plus Vancouver's FC's latest loss, the new signing mechanism for young players in the CPL, and look at the early games in the 2023 women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand and the battle ahead for Canada to get out of their group. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.28: Intro 04.52: Whitecaps' Leagues Cup excitement and heartbreak 31.50: Vanni Sartini on what the Leagues Cup means to him 38.28: MLS All-Star game shellacking does league no favours 48.44: Julian Gressel traded to Columbus 62.30: Axel Schuster on Gressel trade 86.23: Ali Ahmed interview and discussion 108.45: Chelsey Hannesson interview and L1BC women's division chat 119.08: Steve Simonson interview and L1BC men's division chat 132.05: Vancouver FC and CPL discussion 158.14: Disappointing start for Canada at women's World Cup 168.32: Wavelength - Brian Clough and JJ Barrie - You Can't Win Them All