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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Colorado Rapids | 2017 MLS Match Preview – MLS
Despite entering Week 29 in first-place in the Western Conference standings, Saturday night might be the final time the Vancouver Whitecaps enter a match as a clear favorite.
Nigerian Nosa Igiebor here to add “strength, power, experience” to Whitecaps midfield – AFTN
Vancouver Whitecaps have certainly been built a little bit differently from a number of teams in MLS. We’re not just talking the lack of TFC mega dollars being spent, or not adding a well known, but career fading, big name. The timing of Carl Robinson’s additions tend to be a bit out of the norm.
‘Relentless’ Reyna worth the wait for West-leading ‘Caps – Whitecaps FC
Every team has their difference maker, the talismanic player who makes the team tick whenever he’s on the pitch and contributes heavily to their success.
Rapids coaching search: Colorado makes contact with at least four candidates – Denver Post
The Colorado Rapids have contacted at least four coaches to replace Pablo Mastroeni.
We need to talk about Alphonso – Soccer Shorts
But which Alphonso Davies do we need to talk about?
Montreal Impact savor “massive” road victory vs. rivals Toronto FC – MLS
Form goes out the window when two rivals meet. Two teams, seemingly headed in opposite directions, took to the pitch at BMO Field in Toronto on Wednesday night, but it was the Montreal Impact who emerged victorious by handing Toronto FC a 5-3 defeat. The loss marked Toronto’s first at home all season, snapping a six-game winning streak and 11-game unbeaten run in the process.
Toronto FC’s humbling by the Montreal Impact not a reason to panic – Waking the Red
Michael Bradley admitted it afterwards: Toronto FC’s 5-3 loss to the Montreal Impact was deceiving, and not in a way that flattered the visitors. The Reds were 5-1 down after 51 minutes last night and at that point the scoreline looked like it might only get worse.
Atlanta United trounces Galaxy to climb into fourth in East – SBI
The brand new Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta is a beautiful building, looking worth every bit of the $1.5 billion Arthur Blank spent to build it. Atlanta United fans have come to love the place, but opponents are finding it to be a house of horrors.
Sporting KC 2, New York Red Bulls 1 | 2017 US Open Cup Final Recap – MLS
The Lamar Hunt US Open Cup has offered up endless drama over the years, and the 2017 final added another memorable chapter on a muggy night in Kansas City.
Open Cup champs: Winning culture drives Sporting KC – Soccer America
No MLS team does the U.S. Open Cup like Sporting Kansas City. It made it four-for-four in finals as it beat New York Red Bulls, 2-1, to capture the 2017 title. Twelve other MLS teams have reached the final, and all have lost at least once.
After yet another heartbreaking defeat, Red Bulls turn focus towards MLS playoffs –SBI
Wednesday night could have been different for the New York Red Bulls, but instead, it became yet another chapter of heartbreak for a club that’s experienced plenty of it throughout its history.
NYCFC’s Chanot Refutes Reports of Departure – Empire of Soccer
Maxime Chanot stepped outside Wednesday to train for the first time since undergoing hernia surgery. He then walked over to reporters and, unprompted, said he wanted to address recent reports that he intended to leave New York City FC at the end of the season.
Have Sounders improved in 2017? – Prost Amerika
Their current run of form is something of a Rorschach test for how you feel about the 2017 Seattle Sounders.
Roy Miller has been an indispensable piece of the backline for the Portland Timbers this year – Oregonian
When the Portland Timbers inked Roy Miller to a contract in January, the signing was met with little fanfare and a whole lot of skepticism.
Giles Barnes Impressing in the No. 10 Role for Orlando City – The Mane Land
The Lions have had a bit of a scoring breakout with Barnes being utilized in a playmaking role in the attacking midfield.
Sounders Biz: SeatGeek to replace Ticketmaster; Tenney leaves – GoalWA
Sounders FC today announced that the club has partnered with SeatGeek to make the company the club’s official ticketing partner beginning in 2018. SeatGeek replaces Ticketmaster as Seattle’s official primary and resale ticketing platform, on the heels of last summer’s announcement that made SeatGeek the Official Ticketing Partner of Major League Soccer.
Abu Dhabi Finances Soccer; Gains Influence in New York City – Empire of Soccer
New York City FC is looking for a permanent home. The club’s search for a stadium will eventually result in them entering a political process in which City Football Group, Abu Dhabi and their politics face scrutiny. Leaked emails released last week showed board members Simon Pearce and Marty Edelman discussing the impact the United Arab Emirates‘ record of human rights abuses could have on their efforts.
Canada WNT vs USWNT at BC Place, Vancouver – November 9 – Buy Tickets!
BC SOCCER NEWS
‘Birds and Bears meet in a showdown of Canada’s top two sides – UBC
The top two nationally ranked men’s soccer programs meet on Sunday, September 24th for the only time this season when the UBC Thunderbirds (5-0-1) visit the Alberta Golden Bears (5-0-1) at Edmonton’s Foote Field at 1:00 p.m. PT.
WSOC: ON THE ROAD | SPARTANS TRAVEL TO TAKE ON UNBC, MACEWAN – TWU
he Trinity Western women’s soccer team (2-2-0) is back on the road this weekend as the Spartans travel to play UNBC Friday and No. 10-ranked MacEwan Sunday.
MSOC: ON THE ROAD | SPARTANS SET TO TAKE ON NO. 1-RANKED ALBERTA, CALGARY – TWU
On the heels of a six-game homestand, the Spartans men’s soccer team will travel to play No. 1-ranked Alberta Saturday and Calgary Sunday, as Trinity Western opens a stretch in which it plays four of its next five games on the road.
WolfPack Men’s Soccer Look To Extend Winning Streak Hitting the Road – TRU
The Thompson Rivers University WolfPack are one of the hottest teams in the Canada West men’s soccer league right now. The WolfPack are unbeaten in five straight matches and take their ‘show on the road’ this weekend.
WolfPack Women’s Soccer Set For Regular Season Home Opener – TRU
Hot off their first win of the young Canada West season, the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack women’s’ soccer team have their 2017-18 home opening weekend.
LMG wins rematch of Jackson Cup final – Cowichan Valley Citizen
Although they barely had enough players to form a team, Cowichan LMG still managed to turn the tables on Nanaimo in a rematch of last spring’s Jackson Cup final.
Victory nets three as UBC men’s soccer squad crushes Griffins – BC Local News
A three goal outburst from Chilliwack’s Victory Shumbusho kept the University of British Columbia men’s soccer team unbeaten with a 5-0 home-field win over the MacEwan Griffins.
Gofundme page started to help pillar in soccer community – Nelson Star
The sport of soccer along with the rest of the Heritage City is reeling with the news a community-minded coach, friend and husband has been diagnosed with cancer.
Powell River Villa wins second straight game – Powell River Peak
Soccer team travels to Victoria with roster of young talent.
BC Soccer Web’s 2017 Soccer & Sports Book Recommendations – BC Soccer Web
Over the years, there have been many books on soccer and sport that have given us joy, laughter, and much to think about. We’re happy to share these with you. We’ll be updating this list as new titles become available, so keep checking.
PCSL CHALLENGE CUP PHOTOS: Vancouver Utd. 3, Mid-Isle Mariners 1, July 30, 2017 – BC Soccer Web
Exclusive Photos for BC Soccer Web by Richard Howes.
2016-2017 BC Soccer Year in Review – BCSA
BC Soccer Assoc. is proud to release their 2016-2017 Year in Review after another successful year of soccer. The #respectall initiative, High Performance License, Club Charter Program activity, along with the delivery of hundreds of coaching courses and referee clinics this past year highlight some of the successes.
BC PROVINCIAL WOMEN’S A CUP PHOTOS: Surrey United 1 NSGSC Renegades 0, May 13, 2017 – BC Soccer Web
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2017 VISL JACKSON CUP PHOTOS: Nanaimo Utd. 2 Cowichan LMG 1 (XT), April 2, 2017 – BC Soccer Web
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FVSL PHOTOS: Pakenham Cup Final, PMO Rangers 1 PMO Lordco Gunners 0, April 1, 2017 – BC Soccer Web
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Becoming a BC Soccer Referee – BCSA
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!
PHOTOS: CANADA WEST WOMENS FINAL, UBC 3, TWU 0, NOVEMBER 6, 2016 – BC Soccer Web
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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.
Introducing BC Soccer Web Syndication – BC Soccer Web
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Send your Soccer News to BC Soccer Web! – BC Soccer Web
BC Soccer Web is the hub for soccer in British Columbia. We want to share your soccer news with the entire province, and you can help by letting us know! We want your match reports, club news, league standings, and info on upcoming tournaments and clinics. Whether you submit links to existing news on the web, or your own original writing, we want to share it with the soccer community in B.C.
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CANADA SOCCER NEWS
Journey to Surrey: 19 teams qualified for Toyota National Championships – CSA
The field has been set for the 2017 Toyota National Championships men’s Challenge Trophy and women’s Jubilee Trophy finals. From close to 200 adult clubs competing on the journey to Surrey, 19 teams have qualified for the two amateur competitions that run 4-9 October at Newton Athletic Park in British Columbia.
Group’s pro-soccer push includes downtown stadium for Saskatoon – Star-Phoenix
Joe Belan is pitching a big idea: Replace the city yards in Saskatoon’s north downtown with a multi-purpose, domed modular stadium.
UNB soccer stars reflect on Summer Universiade experience – USports
After 11 days in Taipei City, the men’s soccer team representing Team Canada at the 2017 Summer Unviersiade returned home with a 10th place finish. On the Team Canada roster, UNB was the highest-represented school with head coach Miles Pinsent, accompanied by midfielder Marcus Lees, fullback Kalen Park, goalie Evan Barker, and striker Tristan Nkoghe.
Cochrane Cup a celebration of soccer – Cochrane Eagle
The Cochrane Cup took place Sept. 16 and 17, and the tournament was a huge success. The level of competition was equal all weekend and the feedback organizers Paul Tas and Oscar Pacheco received from the teams was all positive.
Rivalry Renewed: Tickets on sale today for Canada v USA at BC Place on 9 November – CSA
Individual tickets to the Canada v USA Women’s International Friendly on 9 November in Vancouver are now on sale via Ticketmaster.ca.
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WFC2, USL, NASL & LOWER DIVISION NEWS
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Long time coming for FC Edmonton goalkeeper Tyson Farago – Edmonton Sun
Tyson Farago has been a patient person. The FC Edmonton goalkeeper had to wait his turn for a starting opportunity this season, beginning the year as the third-stringer behind Chris Konopka and Nathan Ingham.
Phoenix Squeaks Past Seattle – USL
Phoenix Rising FC continued its good run of form with a tight 1-0 win against Seattle Sounders FC 2 at Starfire Sports Complex on Wednesday night to run its undefeated streak to nine games and move into fifth place in the Western Conference standings.
Reno sets USL record, clinches playoff berth – KOLO
The club set a new USL regular season scoring record (63 goals) and secured a spot in the USL playoffs after the win in front of 6,001 fans at Greater Nevada Field.
Louisville Grabs Late Win vs. Rhinos – USL
Spencer converts stoppage-time penalty to earn victory before 6,698.
Down a man and two goals, SF Deltas stun NY Cosmos late to tie – SF Gate
You can never count out the San Francisco Deltas. Down by two goals and a man after Michael Stephens was ejected with a straight red, substitute striker Devon Sandoval scored a brace in the last ten minutes to earn the Deltas an important point away at MCU Park in Brooklyn.
Cosmos Collapse in Mind-Boggling 12th Draw – Empire of Soccer
Although the end products are essentially the same, the New York Cosmos‘ (1-2-6, 9 Fall; 7-6-12, 33 Combined) 2-2 draw with the San Francisco Deltas (2-1-4, 10 Fall; 9-5-9, 36 Combined) on Wednesday did not produce the same celebratory mood at MCU Park as the 3-3 draw the Cosmos rallied to three days before. A two-goal lead and a one-man advantage were not enough to carry the Cosmos to a win as the Deltas surged with two goals in the last 10 minutes.
USL looking really major with attendance records – MLS Multiplex
The league may have teams with II in the name. But with skyrocketing attendance this year, USL (United Soccer League) may soon shake off their second tier status.
Irish players caught up in confusion and uncertainty regarding North American lower leagues – The 42
There are a number of Irish players currently plying their trade in the NASL. Former Sligo Rovers midfielder Richie Ryan is a crucial element in Alessandro Nesta’s Miami FC alongside former Northern Ireland international Johnny Steele while Colin Falvey and Eamon Zayed are equally-integral parts of the Indy Eleven side. Former Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk striker Ciaran Kilduff only joined the Jacksonville Armada in July.
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WOMEN’S SOCCER NEWS
England fires women’s soccer coach after unsavory allegations become too loud to ignore – Washington Post
England’s national women’s soccer team reached new heights under coach Mark Sampson. After never making it past the quarterfinals in three previous appearances, the Lionesses finished third at the 2015 World Cup, and earlier this year they conceded just one goal on their way to the Euro 2017 semifinals before falling to the host Netherlands. But Sampson’s tenure was marked by accusations of impropriety that first arose only months after he was hired in December 2013
Mark Sampson departs amid a flurry of FA buck-passing and confusion – The Guardian
The concerns raised in 2014 that have led to the England coach’s dismissal do not draw a line under the separate allegations raised by Eni Aluko. Instead they give the FA two crises running concurrently.
Female manager set to succeed Mark Sampson but search for new England women’s boss will entail greater scrutiny – Evening Standard
Ex-Arsenal striker Marieanne Spacey, who was Sampson’s assistant before taking charge of the ‘Next Gen’ squad shortly before the summer’s European Championship finals, would be an obvious choice. However, the FA may turn to the long-time Under-19 team manager Mo Marley, who brought through practically the whole of the current senior squad.
Striking Lionesses find their own way to the top – FIFA
One of the standout features in the shortlist for The Best FIFA Women’s Player is the prominence of Lionesses. Four to be precise, coming in white and English or Dutch and orange varieties – more than either nation has ever had in the running.
Westfield W-League: who is Julie Dolan? – W-League
Every year, the Julie Dolan Medal is presented to the best player in the Westfield W-League.
Matildas headline milestone week Down Under – FIFA
In the decades to come it may be that September 2017 is looked back upon as the moment when women’s football in Australia reached a turning point.
The World According to Weimer: Winding Down – Empire of Soccer
It’s almost fall, which means it’s almost the best time of the year. I can start to see and feel some of the changes. The air is cooler. The leaves are trying to change color. People are talking about the other, other football.
Budapest to host 2019 UEFA Women’s Champions League final – UEFA
Budapest’s Ferencváros Stadium has been selected to host the 2019 UEFA Women’s Champions League final, the first major international women’s final in Hungary.
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WORLD SOCCER NEWS
Madrid stunned by Betis at home, loses ground to Barcelona – Sportsnet
Real Madrid’s faltering start to the Spanish league season continued on Wednesday with a shock 1-0 defeat at home to Real Betis.
Chelsea agree Diego Costa transfer with Atletico Madrid – SN
Chelsea have announced that they have reached an agreement with Atletico Madrid for the transfer of controversial striker Diego Costa.
Napoli scores 3 in 5 minutes to coast past Lazio – Sportsnet
With a three-goal burst in the space of five minutes, Napoli showed why many believe the southern club has the potential to win its first Serie A title in nearly three decades.
Napoli have never looked more ready under Sarri to challenge for Serie A title – The Guardian
The brilliance of Napoli’s front three – Dries Mertens, José Callejón and Lorenzo Insigne – should not blind us to the quality running through the side.
FIFA investigates Manchester City over recruitment of youth players – ESPN FC
FIFA has confirmed that it is carrying out an investigation into Manchester City’s recruitment of youth players.
Dortmund eases past Hamburg to retain top spot in Bundesliga – Sportsnet
Christian Pulisic sealed a 3-0 win for Borussia Dortmund at Hamburger SV on Wednesday that maintained the side’s record of not conceding a goal in the Bundesliga this season.
Bayern Munich’s Tom Starke out of retirement after Manuel Neuer setback – ESPN FC
Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti has said the club’s academy goalkeeping coordinator Tom Starke has come out of retirement again after Manuel Neuer’s latest injury setback.
Goals flow for England’s top clubs in League Cup – Sportsnet
England’s top clubs showcased their strength in depth in the League Cup on Wednesday, with Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Everton all advancing to the last 16 despite fielding virtual second-string lineups.
Carabao Cup: Jose Mourinho says clubs would be fresher without competition – BBC Sport
English clubs in Europe could benefit by not playing in the Carabao Cup, says Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho.
Falcao on fire – Ligue 1
Thanks to his two goals in Monaco’s 3-0 win over Strasbourg last Saturday, Radamel Falcao became the first man in 40 years to score eight Ligue 1 Conforama goals in the first six weeks of action.
Carlos Tevez: Chinese football won’t reach the top – ‘even in 50 years’ – ESPN FC
Shanghai Shenhua striker Carlos Tevez has launched an attack on the capabilities of Chinese footballers, claiming those playing in the country will not be able to reach the top “even in 50 years.”
Madrid’s Estadio Metropolitano to host 2019 Champions League final – UEFA
Madrid’s Estadio Metropolitano, the new home of Atlético, has been selected to host the 2019 UEFA Champions League final on 1 June of that year.
Baku to host 2019 UEFA Europa League final – UEFA
The Olympic Stadium in Baku has been selected to host the 2019 UEFA Europa League final on 29 May of that year, the first such fixture to be played in Azerbaijan.
UEFA Nations League launched – UEFA
UEFA’s new tournament is the first national team competition to follow a league format in which all 55 UEFA member associations will compete against equally-ranked opponents in a race to win promotion to a higher league. The teams in League A will compete for a place in the UEFA Nations League finals.
UEFA president wants lawmakers to help make soccer fairer – Durham Region
In a speech to leaders of Europe’s 55 national soccer bodies, Ceferin cited German Chancellor Angela Merkel among politicians who have criticized the sport’s finances after a record off-season spending by wealthy clubs.
Man Utd post record £581m revenue – SN
Manchester United have announced record revenues of £581.2 million for the 2016-17 financial year.
Coke signs FIFA 18 virtual athlete Alex Hunter as brand ambassador – Inside World Football
FIFA sponsor Coca-Cola has teamed up with FIFA 18 video gamemaker EA Sports to sign Alex Hunter as a brand ambassador in advance of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Don’t bother trying to work out who Hunter plays for, he only exists as a virtual athlete in the FIFA 18 game.
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