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Buyer submits bid to move VancovuWhitecaps to Las Vegas

A potential buyer has emerged for the Vancouver Whitecaps, with plans to move the club to Las Vegas. Grant Gustavson has submitted a formal bid to MLS amid growing relocation talks. The son of billionaire Tamara Gustavson, he enters a process that has put the Canadian club’s future under intense scrutiny this week.

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'We urge them to come forward' - Whitecaps issue statement on future

The Vancouver Whitecaps have urged local ownership groups to invest in the club to keep the team in the city amid fears of relocation. Their statement comes just hours after The Athletic reported that a select committee of MLS owners met earlier this month to discuss the club’s future, with Las Vegas emerging as the leading option if it relocates.

Kaylyn Kyle on MLS growth, Whitecaps, Marsch's Canada

Mic'd up: Kaylyn Kyle breaks down Canadian teams in MLS, who Inter Miami could appoint to replace Javier Mascherano, and why Neymar would be an excellent fit in North America

'It will be special' - Werner on high profile Muller matchup

Timo Werner admitted it will be a special meeting when his San Jose Earthquakes face off against Thomas Muller's Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday. The duo shared the pitch consistently for Germany, and have played against each other at the highest levels in Europe on a number of occasions. Werner has tallied two assists in three appearances since signing for San Jose last month.

Seattle Sounders FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the CONCACAF Champions Cup match between Seattle Sounders FC and Vancouver Whitecaps, as well as kick-off time and team news

Rodriguez finally makes debut and is Noonan's time up in Cincy?

Week 4 of MLS didn't disappoint as several high-profile signings made their debuts and is Pat Noonan's seat getting hotter at FC Cincinnati?

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Muller defiant as Whitecaps seek huge comeback after heavy defeat

Despite the Vancouver Whitecaps' 3-0 loss to the Seattle Sounders in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Thomas Muller remains committed to their continental aspirations. The Canadian team had a hard time stopping their MLS rivals, and the Bayern Munich legend played the whole 90 minutes. To reach the quarter-finals, they face a significant challenge in the second leg.

Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders FC: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the CONCACAF Champions Cup match between Vancouver Whitecaps and Seattle Sounders FC, as well as kick-off time and team news

Jay DeMerit remains the USMNT's most fascinating renegade

Jay DeMerit's story is one of struggle, doggedness, and never quite giving up on his dream. And since he retired, he's tried to reinforce those ideas - in a variety of wonderfully strange ways.

Vancouver Whitecaps vs CS Cartagines: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the CONCACAF Champions Cup match between Vancouver Whitecaps and CS Cartagines, as well as kick-off time and team news

Vancouver Whitecaps vs Real Salt Lake: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

The Vancouver Whitecaps kick off their 2026 campaign today against Real Salt Lake. Watch the action unfold live on Apple TV with MLS Season Pass.

MLS Player Survey: Best Player, best club, biggest issues ahead

GOAL surveyed players across MLS for the 2026 season on a number of topics, with some surprising responses

Key MLS 2026 dates, schedule info & TV details

If you're wondering about the main dates for the upcoming Major League Soccer season, GOAL has you covered - plus more info on how to watch games on TV

Inside MLS 3.0: GMs, CSOs on what comes next - and what must change

GOAL spoke to GMs and chief soccer officers across MLS about the league’s 3.0 vision: the calendar change is progress, but executives say the next steps must come faster.

From Chivas USA to Miami, all franchises in MLS history - ranked

Ahead of what is poised to be a significant World Cup year season, GOAL offers the definitive ranking of every MLS club in league history

MLS 2026 kits tier list: From iconic St. Louis to bland San Diego

GOAL takes a look at which MLS teams did the best, and worst, with their kits this season

Betting spotlight

Champions League winner odds: Predictions updated on 14.05.26

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MLS watchability tiers: Who’s the best team to watch this year?

MLS returns with a packed schedule and familiar chaos. From stars like Messi, Rodriguez, and Son Heung-Min to the teams you can avoid, here’s who’s actually worth your weekend watch.

Messi, Son and the 25 best players in MLS heading into 2026

GOAL ranks the top 25 players in MLS. And while No. 1 should be of little surprise, there is plenty of talent littered all over the league.

World boxing champion Usyk plays against Muller's Whitecaps and wins

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has swapped his gloves for boots to make a shock appearance in professional football. The boxing king came off the bench for Ukrainian outfit FC Polissya Zhytomyr to help defeat a Vancouver Whitecaps side featuring German legend Thomas Muller, earning bragging rights over the World Cup winner in a friendly clash in Spain.

USMNT transfers: Could Weston McKennie finally be out at Juve?

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

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'Rapping and yodelling' Muller admits he's 'too lazy' to learn English

Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller has opened up on his new life in North America, revealing a bizarre mix of new hobbies including rapping and yodelling, but the Vancouver Whitecaps captain has made a candid admission about his language struggles, confessing he is simply "too lazy" to improve his English skills despite his best intentions.

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Whitecaps and Vancouver announce plan to explore a new stadium

After months of speculation about their long-term future in Vancouver, the Whitecaps appear to have found a path forward in the Canadian city. Fresh off their first MLS Cup final appearance, the club announced plans with the City of Vancouver for a new stadium. After more than a decade at BC Place, Vancouver are preparing to negotiate the construction of a purpose-built venue at Hastings Park.

Messi's win in MLS Cup draws 4.6m viewers

The 2025 MLS Cup delivered record-breaking viewership on Dec. 6, drawing a combined 4.6 million viewers across platforms and setting new benchmarks for fan engagement. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF capped the night by winning their first MLS Cup title with a 3–1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Chase Stadium.

'Chance to get those big players' - BWP on MLS’s fall-spring move

Mic'd Up: The Apple TV analyst breaks down Inter Miami’s MLS Cup win, explains why Messi still decides everything, backs MLS’s move to a fall-spring calendar, and tips LA Galaxy to rebound in 2026.

MLS team wish lists: Neymar to Miami and unleash Cavan Sullivan?

Messi has lifted the trophy, but the real work starts now. Miami have decisions to make, Philadelphia's prodigy Cavan Sullivan is waiting for his chance, and every contender is hunting the right signing before February.

Howard praises Inter Miami's MLS Cup triumph

Former USMNT star Tim Howard reflected on Inter Miami’s 3-1 MLS Cup win over Vancouver, acknowledging the significance of the title while warning of challenges ahead. He said the trophy cements the club’s place in MLS's history after years of high-profile signings and marketing. He also cautioned that next year could provide challenges for Lionel Messi and warned Vancouver are on the rise.

Frequently asked questions

: Der Chelsea Football Club wurde am 10. März 1905 in London-Fulham gegründet.
: Der FC Chelsea gehört seit Mai 2022 dem Konsortium BlueCo. Die Eigentümergruppe um den US-amerikanischen Geschäftsmann Todd Boehly und die Investmentgesellschaft Clearlake Capital erwarb den Verein für rund 2,5 Milliarden Pfund von Vorbesitzer Roman Abramovich.
: Die Blues spielen an der Stamford Bridge, einem Stadion im Londoner Stadtteil Fulham. Offiziell eröffnet wurde die Heimspielstätte des FC Chelsea bereits im Jahr 1877 - also noch vor der Vereinsgründung. In 1905 übernahm der Klub die Leichtathletikarena und baute sie in ein Fußballstadion um.
: Im Vergleich der englischen Topklubs ist die Stamford Bridge eines der kleineren Stadien. Die Arena hat eine Kapazität für rund 41.000 Fans.
: Mit 34 großen Titeln gehört der Chelsea FC zu den erfolgreichsten Fußballklubs in England. Neben nationalen Pokalen konnten die Blues auch international die größten Wettbewerbe gewinnen: In 2012 und 2021 holten sie die Champions-League-Trophäe nach Hause.
: Der FC Chelsea konnte insgesamt sechsmal die englische Meisterschaft für sich entscheiden. Den ersten Titel holte der Klub in der Saison 1954/55, als die Liga noch First Division hieß, seit 2004/05 kamen noch fünf weitere Trophäen dazu.
: Ron Harris ist Rekordspieler beim Chelsea FC. Zwischen 1961 und 1980 absolvierte der Innenverteidiger 748 Pflichtspiele für die Blues.
: Toptorschütze des Vereins ist ein Mittelfeldspieler: Frank Lampard konnte in 648 Einsätzen 211-mal zuschlagen.
: Zahlreiche Weltstars haben bereits das Trikot der Blues getragen, die wohl bekanntesten Namen stammen aus der Erfolgsphase seit den frühen 2000ern. Unter anderem standen Frank Lampard, John Terry, Didier Drogba, Petr Cech, Eden Hazard, Gianfranco Zola, Claude Makelele, N’Golo Kante, Ashley Cole und Michael Ballack für die Londoner auf dem Rasen.
: Auch auf der Trainerbank haben schon einige bekannte Namen gesessen. Den größten Erfolg hatte Chelsea unter Jose Mourinho, mit ihm an der Seitenlinie holte der Verein acht Titel (u. a. 3x Premier League, 3x League Cup, 1x FA Cup, 1x Community Shield). Bei den beiden CL-Trophäen coachten Roberto Di Matteo (2012) und Thomas Tuchel (2021), unter Carlo Ancelotti holten die Blues das Double aus Liga und FA Cup (2009/10).
: Aufgrund der Vereinsfarben ist der FC Chelsea auch unter dem Spitznamen "The Blues" bekannt.

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