This week we have Carlos the Vancouver Whitecaps fan come on to tell us his fan origin story as well as help us add another country to the list!

Vancouver Whitecaps FC – Club Overview

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is a professional soccer club based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The current club was founded in 2009 and began play in Major League Soccer (MLS) in 2011 as the 17th team in the league and the first Canadian team based in Western Canada. However, the "Whitecaps" name carries a deeper history, originally used by the city's professional soccer teams since 1974, including stints in the NASL, CSL, and USL.

Since joining MLS, the Whitecaps have built a strong fanbase and a reputation for developing talent and competing with intensity. In 2012, they became the first Canadian team to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs. The club has consistently aimed to blend local development with international signings, with a strong emphasis on youth through its academy system.

The Whitecaps play their home matches at BC Place Stadium, a downtown Vancouver landmark with a retractable roof and a capacity of over 22,000 for soccer. They have had multiple runs in the Canadian Championship, winning the tournament in 2015, 2022, and 2023, which secured them qualification for the CONCACAF Champions League.

Over the years, notable players such as Camilo Sanvezzo, Alphonso Davies (before his transfer to Bayern Munich), and Ryan Gauld have contributed to the club's growing legacy. The Whitecaps maintain a competitive rivalry with other Canadian clubs, especially Toronto FC and CF Montréal, in what is known as the Canadian Classique and other domestic matchups. As of recent seasons, the club continues to focus on building a sustainable, competitive side in both MLS and continental competitions.

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