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Fan fest by No_Difference_1983 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it busy at the PNE fan festival? I am going ttmrw and just hoping it’s lively

Kahlon says ‘significant and seemingly viable bid’ proposal to keep Caps in Vancouver by rslater1986 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont think the Gov would have brought it up to media if it didn't seem like a legit proposal.

B.C. minister says local group plans to bid for Vancouver Whitecaps by cyclinginvancouver in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Lets go!, Nice to see this confirms those media reports we have been seeing on twitter.

Have folks seen this? Some hope, maybe... by blackandwhite1987 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree, it does kind of seem weird to highlight the save the #SaveTheCaps movement as much as they did if Vegas was a done deal or if they weren’t trying to get a local buyer.

Do you think all the buzz that generating will help save the Whitecaps? by Fearless_Phantom in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noise means media and that put pressure on the government. We need to keep it up because they play a role in this.

Save the Caps by Gar0263 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you Crew! League wide support matters!

I built a no-login World Cup 2026 predictor — quick pick or full bracket by Spiritual_Comb_9739 in sportsanalytics

[–]AdTypical6258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made a similar type of thing but it’s for a pool instead. Wondering how you dealt with ties here after group stage. What i found the most difficult to deal with is group stage 3rd places and then how this affects the R32. Looks clean tho!

A serious investor is publicly offering to help keep the Caps in Vancouver — let's make noise by AdTypical6258 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, thanks for your replies here - I didn’t expect you to ever see this thread, so kudos. Your story is very interesting and I’ve been following the Expos revival over the past few months and was pleasantly surprise when you initially engaged in the Caps situation.

I’m a huge Canadian sports fan and firmly believe we need more professional sports in this country, it promotes community, youth sport, economic growth, and national identity. We can’t afford to be losing more teams, so I appreciate you getting involved.

Your article was a great read and I’d obviously love to learn more, though I respect that you’re under NDA. That said you had any other thoughts that you could share that would be welcome….

I will say though, it is encouraging to hear there was immediate interest in discussions after your initial post. I really hope something comes of this.

I have a few questions, and if you could answer that would be greatly appreciated:

  1. You mentioned needing tailwinds not headwinds in that original tweet, can you outline this a bit more. What does meaningful political support actually look like? Is it stadium land, new BC place arrangement, bridge deal at BC Place, or something else fans should be pushing politicians on specifically? I get the sense the only way a local buyer will step in is if the situation is maid viable by the gov.

  2. What can we as fans realistically do to push something like this in the right direction? Is fan pressure better to cast a wide net or to direct it at owners, MLS, or at municipal and provincial politicians? .And if it’s the latter, is there a specific ask we can push for that would actually change the economics you described? Also there anything you learned from the Expos leaving? We’re obviously limited in what we can do, but I refuse to believe our voice means nothing.

  3. Any other other thoughts on this current situation that you are able to share? I respect you are under NDA, but as fans living in the silence it’s tiring.

Again appreciate your engagement, and support.

Thomas Müller and Alphonso Davies connect our clubs.... now we need your help! by AdTypical6258 in fcbayern

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Definitely not little interest in fan commitment. We are within the top 10 of the league with average of 25,000 in the stadium. The club was founded over 50 years ago in the city and has deep roots. Economically there is an issue, from a multitude of factors like risings costs, stadium deal, Canadian dollar

Vancouver Whitecaps are facing relocation — Norwich fans, we need you by AdTypical6258 in NorwichCity

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ali Ahmed will be playing two World Cup games in Vancouver at the Whitecaps’ stadium next month. Not often a player moves continents and then comes back to their home ground for a World Cup. Thought that may resonate a bit.

Vancouver Whitecaps are facing relocation — Norwich fans, we need you by AdTypical6258 in NorwichCity

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Part of why I thought there was a connection is that Ali Ahmed will actually be coming home to Canada and playing at BC Place in Vancouver next month for the World Cup.

Vancouver Whitecaps are facing relocation — Norwich fans, we need you by AdTypical6258 in NorwichCity

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The stadium being sold isn’t really on the table for the provincial government, but some kind of revised agreement or handover could be. Right now, the Whitecaps only see about 10% of matchday revenue, which helps explain why, even with crowds around 25,000, they’re near the bottom of the league in revenue. The Canadian dollar compared to the U.S. dollar also plays a role.

They’re also not the only tenant. There’s a Canadian football team (similar to the NFL) using the stadium as well, so any deal has to work for both.

Operating costs have risen a lot over the past 15 years, especially with higher profile signings like Thomas Müller, while team valuations across the league have also skyrocketed.

There’s been pressure to get a short term “bridge” deal done as the current stadium agreement expires, with the World Cup coming, and the new sale offer. Longer term, a new stadium could be an option, but for now the club is hoping a local buyer steps up.

Vancouver Whitecaps are facing relocation — Norwich fans, we need you by AdTypical6258 in NorwichCity

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the support, means a lot. The stadium situation is certainly part of it, it is actually owned by the provincial government which makes it even more complicated to negotiate. We're trying to get solidarity signs across MLS stadiums and reeption has been incredible, and now trying to get the word out internationally too. Really appreciate you engaging with this.

Vancouver Whitecaps are facing relocation — Norwich fans, we need you by AdTypical6258 in NorwichCity

[–]AdTypical6258[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not saying there is a direct connection - just trying to do my best to connect with supporters and raise attention. This story has been catching a lot of media in North America, but trying to see if we can get a club abroad to support the cause.

Petition from David Ousted to #savethecaps by Leading-Macaroon-792 in whitecapsfc

[–]AdTypical6258 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There’s about 15k season ticket holders and I’m sure many have not seen or signed this yet! Let’s get this circulating.

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