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Whitecaps rout Loons to run record to perfect 4-0

Brian White scored two goals for the second consecutive game and Sebastian Berhalter opened the scoring with a penalty kick in the eighth minute and added two assists, as the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Minnesota United 6-0 on Sunday.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Is Thomas Mller Playing Tonight for Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Minnesota United?

Vancouver Whitecaps hosts Minnesota United on Sunday, March 15, at 4:30 p.m. ET on matchday four of the MLS. Thomas Müller is set to start. Müller, 36, has started in Vancouver's first three league matches this season and is expected to start again against Minnesota.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / ESPN / March 9

MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver the early-season team to beat

Three games in and the Vancouver Whitecaps are absolutely purring. All that and more in this week's edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / March 8

Vancouver remains perfect with road rout of Portland

Brian White scored his second and third goals of the season and the Vancouver Whitecaps remained perfect with a 4-1 victory over the host Portland Timbers on Saturday night.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / ESPN / March 3

Whitecaps, MLS settle suit in missed Messi game

The British Columbia Supreme Court approved a settlement in the class-action lawsuit against defendants MLS and the Vancouver Whitecaps that claimed both parties relied on "misleading promotional material" when selling tickets to a match against Miami.

Lionel Messi News / Field Level Media / March 3

MLS, Whitecaps to pay $347K settlement for Lionel Messi absence

The Vancouver Whitecaps and Major League Soccer will pay $347,000 to settle a class-action lawsuit filed in Canada after Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi did not appear in a 2024 game as advertised.

Thomas Muller News / Field Level Media / February 28

Thomas Muller's first-half brace leads Vancouver to rout of Toronto

Thomas Muller scored a first-half brace, leading the Whitecaps to a 3-0 victory over visiting Toronto FC on Saturday night in Vancouver. Brian White also scored a first-half goal, while keeper Yohei Takaoka made three saves for his second consecutive clean sheet to open the MLS season.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / February 28

Reports: Lionel Messi, Inter Miami to visit White House

Inter Miami received an invitation to the White House to commemorate the team's MLS Cup championship in 2025, The Athletic reported.

The kids are all right at Michael Bradley's New York Red Bulls

Youth is served again as Red Bulls slip past Revolution

Minnesota United holds off FC Cincinnati in historically cold matchup

Rapids shutout Timbers to earn first win of the season

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Simon Becher News / Field Level Media / February 26

St. Louis City extend F Simon Becher through June '28

St. Louis City SC extended forward Simon Becher's contract through June 2028 with an option for 2028-29, the club announced Thursday. Becher, 26, has recorded nine goals and six assists in 48 appearances across all competitions since joining St.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Field Level Media / February 25

Whitecaps extend D Tristan Blackmon, M Andres Cubas

The Vancouver Whitecaps signed defender Tristan Blackmon and midfielder Andres Cubas to contract extensions. Blackmon, the 2025 MLS Defender of the Year, is now under contract through the 2029-30 season.

Sergio Cordova News / Field Level Media / February 24

St. Louis City acquire F Sergio Cordova on loan

St. Louis City acquired forward Sergio Cordova on loan from Switzerland's BSC Young Boys on Tuesday. The 28-year-old Venezuelan international returns to MLS through June 30 with a purchase option.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Athlon Sports / February 18

How & Where to Watch C.S. Cartagines vs. Vancouver Whitecaps? Live Streaming & TV Channels For CONCACAF Champions Cup

Another MLS club that will play in Round 1 of the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup is the Vancouver Whitecaps, the 2025 Western Conference champions. The Vancouver Whitecaps will be playing away from home against C.S.

Tristan Blackmon News / ESPN / January 15

Blackmon joins Caps camp amid Miami interest

Vancouver Whitecaps sporting director Axel Schuster said that defender Tristan Blackmon completed his entrance medical on Thursday, and would accompany the team to its preseason training camp in Marbella, Spain.

Tristan Blackmon News / ESPN / January 14

Sources: Blackmon skips physical amid Miami bid

Vancouver Whitecaps defender, and reigning MLS Defender of the Year, Tristan Blackmon didn't report to the club's first day of preseason camp, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Yohei Takaoka News / Field Level Media / December 18

Whitecaps re-sign GK Yohei Takaoka through 2027

The Vancouver Whitecaps re-signed goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka through June 2027 on Thursday. Takaoka, 29, was an MLS All-Star and Goalkeeper of the Year finalist in 2025 with a league-high 13 clean sheets.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / ESPN / December 11

Whitecaps, Vancouver take step on stadium site

The city of Vancouver and the Vancouver Whitecaps announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the potential development on a new stadium and entertainment district.

Thomas Muller News / Athlon Sports / December 6

USMNT Legend Gives Thomas Muller & Vancouver a Reality Check Before MLS Cup Final

The 2025 MLS Cup Final is arguably one of the closest matchups in recent years due to the high level of the two teams. Both teams won their respective conferences in convincing wins last weekend.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Yardbarker / December 6

Three key Vancouver players who could decide MLS Cup final

Inter Miami will host the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday in the 2025 MLS Cup Final. It's set to be a fascinating game, with both teams making their first appearances in the championship match.

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Thomas Muller News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Thomas Muller Accidentally Leaks Canada Star’s Switch to USMNT

Thomas Müller has had his first “oops” moment in MLS since joining the Vancouver Whitecaps last month. And it came in the most hilarious way, by revealing a teammate’s international future.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Extratime Talk / July 30

Thomas Müller Joins Vancouver Whitecaps: What His Designated Player Role Means for MLS

The Vancouver Whitecaps have fallen off from their red-hot form from the start of the season, where they appeared to be the team to beat in the West. Ever since losing their top players in the CONCACAF Gold Cup for international duty, they have found themselves sliding down the standings in the West.

Brian White News / Extratime Talk / June 5

Vancouver Whitecaps’ Champions Cup Defeat: What It Means for MLS

The Vancouver Whitecaps have been a pleasant surprise this season, becoming the top seed in the Western Conference halfway through MLS play. Vancouver qualified for the CONCACAF Champions Cup through their domestic Cup in Canada.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Yardbarker / June 1

Cruz Azul hammers Vancouver to win Concacaf Champions Cup

Cruz Azul beat the Vancouver Whitecaps, 5-0, to win the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup. It's the second continental club championship to end with a five-goal margin in two days after Paris Saint Germain beat Inter Milan, 5-0, to win the UEFA Champions League.

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Brian White News / Field Level Media / May 31

Cruz Azul, Whitecaps clash for Concacaf Champions Cup crown

The Vancouver Whitecaps will try to become only the second MLS team in the modern era to win the Concacaf Champions Cup when they face Liga MX's Cruz Azul in Sunday's final in Mexico City.

Brian White News / Extratime Talk / May 8

The Heartfelt Rise of the Vancouver Whitecaps: An Inspirational Champions Cup Journey

The Vancouver Whitecaps made history this week in the Concacaf Champions Cup semi-final when they defeated Inter Miami in dominating fashion. Vancouver has never won the Champions Cup, let alone made it to the Championship Round; the Whitecaps’ biggest accomplishment as a club is winning the Canadian Championship.