BC Soccer News, Thursday, February 21, 2019

VANCOUVER WHITECAPS & MLS NEWS

‘Caps earn 1-1 preseason draw with Club Tijuana thanks to late PC equalizer Whitecaps FC
A late equalizer from Victor “PC” Giro helped Vancouver Whitecaps FC earn a 1-1 draw with the reserves of Liga MX side Club Tijuana on Wednesday afternoon at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Teen Simon says he feels more like a part of the Whitecaps nowThe Province
Just over a year ago this week, Simon Colyn’s name was first introduced to the Vancouver Whitecaps’ mainstream fan.

CCL MATCH RECAP: Red Bulls Top Atlético Pantoja, 2-0, in Leg 1NYRB
The New York Red Bulls took care of business in the Dominican Republic, picking up a comfortable 2-0 win over Atletico Pantoja to open their 2019 Concacaf Champions League campaign. The result gives the Red Bulls a very strong chance to advance to the quarterfinals when they host Pantoja in the return leg of the series on Feb. 27.

Atlanta United heads to Costa Rica for Concacaf Champions LeaguePro Soccer USA
Atlanta United FC begins its quest for more trophies on Thursday, when the club embarks on its first campaign in the Concacaf Champions League.

Embarrassing loss in Champions League shows that TFC needs some helpSudbury Star
Toronto FC dug such a deep hole against Panamanian club Independiente La Chorrera on Tuesday night in CONCACAF Champions League action that they’re going to need 11 players and a ladder to climb out of it. A hole so deep that Panamanian officials accused them of trying to dig a second canal.

Chicago Fire Battle FC Cincinnati to a 1-1 Draw in Carolina Challenge CupChicago Fire
The Chicago Fire Soccer Club battled FC Cincinnati to a 1-1 draw in the Carolina Challenge Cup at MUSC Health Stadium on Wednesday night.

Revolution 2, Orlando 6: Revs get chewed up by the LionsThe Bent Musket
You never want to see your team concede six goals, even if its preseason. Unfortunately for fans of the New England Revolution, that’s exactly what their team did on Wednesday. In their final game of the Orlando City Invitational, the Revs lost 6-2 to the tournament’s host.

Tampa Bay Rowdies 0, Montreal Impact 0 | 2019 MLS Preseason Match RecapMLS
The Montreal Impact drew the Tampa Bay Rowdies 0-0 on Wednesday night in the 2019 MLS Preseason Presented by Advocare, on a night when Impact defender Ken Krolicki had to be stretchered off.

Why the Colorado Rapids and other MLS teams are so secretive about the preseasonDenver Post
Soccer doesn’t have “exhibition matches.” Not by that lingo. Primarily because the games aren’t on exhibit. Most MLS teams don’t stream or provide a cable broadcast of their games in early February. Why all the secrecy?

Sounders FC falls 2-0 to Club Nacional Wednesday evening in preseason international friendlySounders FC
In its lone Seattle-based preseason match ahead of the 2019 MLS season, Sounders FC hosted Club Nacional of Uruguay, falling 2-0 on Wednesday evening at CenturyLink Field.

Jim Curtin acknowledges Union’s lineup isn’t set; Marco Fabián scores first goal in preseason winPhilly.com
With a week and a half to go until the Union’s season starts, manager Jim Curtin acknowledged Wednesday that some key positions in the lineup still aren’t settled yet.

Nashville SC to keep its name, unveils logo for MLS 2020NBC Sports
Nashville SC will remain Nashville SC when it moves into Major League Soccer next season, the USL club announced on Wednesday.

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BC SOCCER NEWS

Okanagan FC ready to reestablish soccer culture in KelownaKelowna Capital News
Kelowna’s soccer scene is about to make a resurgence. After its inaugural year in Kelowna’s Men’s League, the Okanagan Football Club is almost set to bring an even more competitive level of soccer back to Kelowna competing in the Pacific Coast Soccer League in 2019.

VICTORIA HIGHLANDERS FC ANNOUNCE 2019 SEASON TICKET PRICINGHighlanders FC
Victoria Highlanders FC announced today their family friendly season ticket prices for the upcoming 2019 USL League 2 campaign. All tickets include 8 home matches are set at $75 for adults and $55 for youth.

2019 BC Soccer Association Scholarship Applications open until March 31 (PDF File)BCSA
BC Soccer awards a number of scholarships each year. Scholarships are awarded by BC Soccer to successful applicants who are currently participating in affiliated soccer and have done so for 3 or more years as a player, referee, coach, or administrator.

Lake Side Buoys Charter Bus from Victoria for Canada vs. French Guiana on March 24Lake Side Buoys
Looking to join in on the excitement of supporting the Canadian Men’s National Team in a Concacaf Nations League Qualifier match at BC Place, but don’t want to have a hassle getting there?

Power Soccer in BC SportAbility BC
We believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to participate in physical activity. We currently have programs in Vancouver, Surrey, Nanaimo, Penticton, and are still looking to expand. We are always looking for more athletes, officials, volunteers, and sponsors. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Pacific FC now accepting memberships for 2019 Canadian Premier League seasonPacific FC
Join Vancouver Island’s new CPL club! Become a Member of Pacific Football Club for first access seat selection and tickets.

PHOTOS: 2018 BC Provincial Cup Parade of Champions – BC Soccer Web
See the winners from the 2018 BC Provincial Cup.

Becoming a BC Soccer RefereeBCSA
Whether you are an experienced referee new to British Columbia or if you are new to the discipline of refereeing BC Soccer Assoc. has a clinic and a pathway for you. The minimum age to become a referee is 12 years old (small sided) and 14 years old (11-a-side). Please enjoy the short video showcasing some Referee programs that BC Soccer offers and continue below for more on how to become a referee in BC!

Free Physiotherapy Clinical Trial for Achilles Pain at UBC – UBC Centre for Hip Health & Mobility
Do you have Achilles pain? Interested in free Physiotherapy? If yes, join our clinical trial to look at the effectiveness of intramuscular stimulation (IMS), a form of acupuncture therapy, in treating Achilles tendon pain.

The BC Soccer Web Guide to Empire Field BC Soccer Web
Empire Fields and Plateau Sports Park is the lofty and formal name given to Vancouver’s newest addition to the soccer scene. Yet, anyone who’s ever kicked or carried both kinds of footballs around these parts knows the place by heart.

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CANADA SOCCER NEWS

Canadian Premier League joins forces with Spain-based media partnerPrince George Citizen
Less than 10 weeks before kickoff, the Canadian Premier League has unveiled its media partner with ambitious plans to showcase soccer in Canada.

MEDIAPRO to usher in new era of unprecedented access to Canadian soccerCanadian Premier League
It is a long-term project with a vision for what soccer can become in this country, providing a never-before-seen level of content on matchdays … and beyond.

Cavalry FC signs young fullbackEdmonton Journal
Cavalry FC looked across the pond for the latest addition to its roster.

Soccer player De Carolis signs in Canadian Premier LeagueLeader Post
After three seasons in Sweden, soccer player Alex De Carolis of Sarnia will continue his pro career closer to home.

Canada Soccer Hall of Fame to induct Past Canadian Players from 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60sCSA
Forever rivals Firefighters FC and Columbus FC will meet again on a Sunday afternoon in Vancouver, albeit this time under much friendlier circumstances. On 24 March 2019, heroes from the two Organisations of Distinction will be inducted to the Canada Soccer Hall of Fame as part of a special class of Past Canadian Players from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s.

Club and country: CPL players who have reached senior Canadian national teamCanadian Premier League
Marcel De Jong is the latest Canadian national team player to join the league – and certainly the one player with the most caps thus far – but he is not alone in having earned the honour of representing Les Rouges at the international level. Here’s a rundown of the CPL players who have earned a look at the Canadian national team’s senior squad, whether on match day or in training camps.

Lancers enters into new soccer partnership with Windsor TFCSudbury Star
Windsor TFC and the University of Windsor Lancers men’s soccer program have entered into a new partnership that will tie the two clubs together.

Cambridge soccer player signs with NCAA Division 1 schoolKitchener Today
Seanan Main will be heading to the United States in the fall to continue his education and play soccer.

Woman From Stoughton Wins SSA Volunteer of The YearDiscover Estevan
The Saskatchewan Soccer Association held its provincial soccer league awards, and while most of the names were from big cities from around the province there was one local name that stood out. Erin Clark of Stoughton was nominated and received the Volunteer of the Year Award. Clark is the president of the Stoughton soccer club and the award came as a pleasant surprise.

USL & LOWER DIVISION NEWS

FURY FC SIGNS YOUNG CANADIAN GK JORDAN TISSEUROttawa Fury
With three weeks before the 2019 USL Championship season opener, Ottawa Fury FC has announced the signing of young Canadian goalkeeper Jordan Tisseur (TEE-sir), pending league and federation approval. Tisseur was invited to camp after being spotted by Fury FC staff at a showcase in January and has been training with the Ottawa club ever since.

Portland Timbers 0, Phoenix Rising FC 1 | 2019 Preseason Match RecapMLS
Former MLS striker Adam Jahn found the back of the net late in the match to lead his new team, Phoenix Rising FC, to a 1-0 win over the Portland Timbers on Wednesday evening in Tucson as part of the Mobile Mini Sun Cup.

LA GALAXY II DEFEAT ORANGE COUNTY SC IN PRESEASON MATCHLA Galaxy
LA Galaxy II secured a 1-0 victory against Orange County SC in a preseason closed-door scrimmage on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at Dignity Health Sports Park Track & Field Stadium.

USL League One lands on ESPN+ for inaugural seasonSportsPro Media
ESPN+, the Disney-owned over-the-top (OTT) sports subscription platform, has struck a deal to live stream every match from the United Soccer League’s (USL) rebranded League One, North American soccer’s third tier.

USL Championship Defenders to Watch in 2019USL
In this week’s edition of our preseason preview series we turn our attention to those who comprise the all-important back lines around the USL Championship. Here are 10 defenders who will be expected to play important roles for their respective sides as they look to lift the USL Cup in 2019.

NWSL & WOMEN’S WORLD SOCCER NEWS

The 2023 Women’s World Cup bidding process will be one fascinating mysteryThe Equalizer
FIFA expects to decide the hosts of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in March 2020 – about a year later than the timeline for the past two Women’s World Cup host selections. In contrast, the 2026 Men’s World Cup hosts were already decided as of June last year.

NWSL Announces End To Partnership With A&E, Here’s What It MeansForbes
The National Women’s Soccer League and A&E Networks announced a premature end to the television partnership between the two entities, one year ahead of the conclusion of a three-year deal.

Australian soccer says no inquiry into firing of StajcicLondon Free Press
Football Federation Australia chief executive David Gallop says there won’t be an inquiry into the controversial firing of former national women’s coach Alen Stajcic.

Snobs are wrong about women’s Serie A. It’s tight at the top and I’m learningThe Guardian
A salary cap makes it hard for Italy to attract the world’s best but being at Juventus has shown me the standard is high.

Women’s EURO 2021 qualifying draw madeUEFA
The nine groups have been set with Russia among opponents for holders the Netherlands.

US World Cup winning coach Ellis was paid less than the men’s U-20 coach. Why?The Guardian
The women’s team brings huge revenues – and trophies – for US Soccer. But the federation knows its coach is unlikely to be tempted to go elsewhere.

WORLD SOCCER NEWS

UCL Rewind: Atletico Madrid tops Juventus, Man City rallies past SchalkeSBI
Cristiano Ronaldo’s quest to deliver Juventus an elusive UEFA Champions League title took a major hit against a familiar foe.

Sevilla knocks out Lazio to reach Europa League round of 16NBC Sports
Former champion Sevilla became the first team to reach the round of 16 in the Europa League with a 2-0 victory over Lazio on Wednesday in a game that saw both sides have a player sent off.

Juve: ‘No use crying over spilt milk’ after ‘ugly’ first leg lossNBC Sports
Max Allegri and Juventus look set to fall short of a UEFA Champions League title again, and this time are staring down an exit before the quarterfinals.

Midfielder Lassana Diarra leaves PSG by mutual consent London Free Press
Veteran midfielder Lassana Diarra has terminated his contract with French league leader Paris Saint-Germain by mutual agreement.

CAF pick Port Said as one of venues for AFCON 2019 in EgyptInside World Football
The stadium where 74 people lost their lives in one the worst tragedies to hit world football in recent years has been selected as one of the six venues for this year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.

Manchester City fan in ‘critical condition’ after alleged assault in GermanyThe Guardian
Manchester City have confirmed that a supporter is in “a critical condition in hospital” after an alleged assault following their Champions League victory over Schalke on Wednesday.

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