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Match Picks of the Week

Selected games to watch from British Columbia's top senior men's and women's amateur leagues.

Saturday July 4

PCSL - Whitecaps Prospects vs  Okanagan Challenge
4:00pm Fox Field / SFU

PCSL - Vancouver Thunderbirds vs Victoria United
2:30pm Thunderbird Park UBC

Sunday July 5

PCSL - Whitecaps Prospects vs  Kamloops Excel SC
2:30pm SFU Field #4

PCSL - Fraser Valley Action vs  Okanagan Challenge
3:00pm Willoughby Turf

PCSL - Surrey United vs Victoria United
2:30pm Cloverdale Athletic Park

Calendar

Friday July 3

Canada vs Jamaica
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
5:00pm PT Los Angeles, CA

Wednesday July 1

Whitecaps Women vs Ventura County Fusion
4:00pm Swangard Stadium

Sunday July 5

Whitecaps Women vs Real Colorado Cougars
4:00pm Percy Perry Stadium,  Coquiltam, BC

Tuesday July 7

Canada vs El Salvador
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
6:00pm PT Columbus, OH

Thursday July 9

Whitecaps vs Minnesota Thunder
7:30pm Swangard, Burnaby

Friday July 10

Canada vs Costa Rica
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
4:00pm PT Miami, FL, USA

Canadian Clubs on 'Free' TV

Please always check local listings

USL Live will carry many USL-1 matches in 2009 free, both live and on demand: USLlive.com

Friday July 3

Canada vs Jamaica
CONCACAF Gold Cup
5:00pm PT Sportsnet West, Sportsnet Ontario (Digital)

Tuesday July 7

El Salvador vs Canada
CONCACAF Gold Cup
6:00pm PT - Sportsnet East, Ontario and West

Thursday July 9

Whitecaps vs Minnesota Thunder
7:30pm Shaw

Friday July 10

Costa Rica vs Canada
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
7:00pm ET/5:00pm MT Sportsnet East and West

Friday August 7

Toronto FC vs Real Madrid
4:30pm PT GolTV (Free preview on Shaw till August 31st, digital channel 151)

CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009

CLICK HERE to visit the official Gold Cup website
Canada's Gold Cup games are being televised by Sportsnet on their digital cable service.
Check your local Sportsnet listings

BC League Schedules

BC College Athletic Assoc
CIS Canada West - Men
CIS Canada West - Women
Fraser Valley SL - Men
Lower Island Women's SA
Metro Women's SL
Pacific Coast Soccer League
SFU Clan - Men (NAIA)
SFU Clan - Women (NAIA)
Vancouver Island SL - Men
Vancouver Metro SL - Men
Youth Leagues - Boys
Youth Leagues - Girls

Waterfront Stadium

Official Stadium Website
Friends of Soccer
Stadium Now!

Quotable

Alan Pardew "I saw a headline saying Arsenal are flying the flag for Britain and I kind of wondered where that British involvement actually was when I looked at their team."

Today in Football History

03 July 1965
The F.A. sanction the Football League proposal by 43 votes to 19 to allow substitutes.
03 July 1992
After eighteen seasons in the international wilderness South Africa are re-admitted to international football when FIFA vote for them to return.
(The Association of Football Statisticians)

3 July 2009

CONCACAF GOLD CUP 2009

Canada faces Jamaica in Friday opener
Canada's men's national team will face Jamaica in the opening match of the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The two sides will kick off at 17.00 PT at The Home Depot Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Sportsnet West and Sportsnet Ontario).

Gold Cup 2009 kicks off this Friday
For Coach Hart this is his 2nd trip to the semi-annual CONCACAF Championship tournament as the interm coach of the Men's National Team and hopes are high that this summers edition can reproduce some of the flair and success that the 2007 edition.

Stalteri named Captain of Team Canada
Paul Stalteri has been named captain for Canada's men's national team for the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Getting closer to our first test - Jamaica - CBC
We’re a couple days away from our first game of significance this year. Jamaica will be an intense, exciting game, which should make for a great start to the 2009 Gold Cup. We've had a good build up to this tournament and are going into this event with great optimism.

Canadians hopes to build foundation at Gold Cup - 24 Hours Vancouver
CARSON, California - With a new coach and a roster filled with young players, Canada's senior men's soccer team hopes to build a foundation for the future at the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Confident U.S. men's soccer team takes different approach to Gold Cup
The 12-team CONCACAF Gold Cup begins today with its defending champion, the United States, taking a different approach to this tournament than it did it winning the trophy in 2007. Sun  Sentinal

Altidore among seven added to U.S. squad - CONCACAF
Jozy Altidore, whose first-half goal helped spark the United States past Spain in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup, was among seven players added to the U.S. roster for the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Thursday

True Not True: Julian De Guzman Coming Home
In this weeks episode of MLS's Extra Time Shep and Jason talk about player moves now that the transfer window is open and the prospect of Julian de Guzman joining Toronto FC to fill their DP spot.

Seattle-Portland rivalry born again in US Open Cup play - MLS
While the Timbers might currently be a USL-1 franchise, the showing from their fans was first-rate. The crowd of 16,382 -- a record for a Portland Timbers match -- bodes well for the Major League Soccer team that will begin play in 2011.

RailHawks down Panama 1-0 - USL
The RailHawks opened the month of June with a win, and on Tuesday night, they closed the month with one, downing the Panama National Team 1-0 in the team’s final warm-up prior to the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

'Caps meet Cougars in Coquitlam - Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC women (2W-2L-5D) look to end their 2009 regular season home schedule in positive fashion when they host Real Colorado Cougars (3W-4L-2D) on Sunday afternoon at Coquitlam Town Centre's Percy Perry Stadium - 4:00pm kickoff.

Victoria Highlanders and Victoria United to play in Charity Shield
Victoria United, who play in the Pacific Coast Soccer League, and the Victoria Highlanders, who play in the United Soccer Leagues PDL Division have organized a derby for July 9th at 7pm at Langford's City Centre Stadium. 

Canada sneaks past Morocco - The Province
Despite mustering only one shot on goal throughout the entire match, Canada's soccer team snuck past Morocco 1-0 at the 2009 Universiade in Belgrade on Thursday to improve to 1-1.

Remembering ’99: Karina LeBlanc - WPS
The 1999 Women’s World Cup changed my life in so many different ways. I had just ended my sophomore year at the University of Nebraska and, like most people, I had no idea that the World Cup for women would create such an attraction.

David Beckham slammed by Galaxy teammate in new book - The Province
Landon Donovan has issued the Los Angeles Galaxy an ultimatum -- have English superstar David Beckham clean up his act or risk the departure of Donovan, the club's all-time top active scorer.

Coverage of US Confed. Cup run  demonstrates soccer's progress - MLS
Last week, five consecutive halves of focused, persistent and skillful soccer by our U.S. national team captivated soccer fans and the general sports market throughout the United States.

Soccer does not get its props in the United States - Augusta Daily Gazette
Did anyone else even notice the U.S. soccer team nearly beat the famous Brazil team that is the best in the world? Didn’t think so. Not many Americans pay attention to what goes on in the world of professional soccer. There’s too many other, more entertaining sports to watch.

New Womens Soccer Camps for Soccer Moms - Surrey NOW
Kids aren't the only ones heading to sports camps this summer. Thanks to a new program offered by coaches Ciaran McMahon (owner of Complete Soccer Solutions) and Geoff McCormick (owner of Creative Soccer), moms will be able to work on their own soccer skills.

Free Kick Magazine June issue now available
In France, he is affectionately known as “Zizou.” Around the world, he may be known as the guy who “headbutted” the Italian in the World Cup Final. In this issue we thought we would help out with some basic facts about superstar Zinadine Zidane. 

Zidane and Friends game moved - The Province
The latest from CKNW's Jim Mullin is that it's been moved to Swangard Stadium and that anyone with tickets for Saturday's B.C. Place date needs to refund their tickets and then buy for the new event.

Zidane and Friends game in doubt - The Province
While many fans were thrilled just to see one of the game's all-time legends close up, others were peeved that Zidane's "friends" didn't materialize.  The list of Canadian all-stars for the B.C. game is unknown, too.

Zidane match in Vancouver rescheduled - The 24th Minute
Due to a reported freak back injury the promoter has cancelled the July 4 game at B.C. Place, rescheduling it for July 12. That's quite the quick recovery from a back injury, though, especially for an aging star like Zidane; we'll have to see how he's doing closer to the date. The

Zidane's Vancouver charity match in doubt after freak injury - CP
Zinedine Zidane's charity soccer match Saturday in Vancouver is in danger of being cancelled after the former French star suffered a freak injury.

YOUTH SOCCER

Boys All Stars Competition Coming to Richmond - BC Soccer
Can't get enough soccer? In less than three weeks the 2009 BMO National Championships U-14 and U-16 Boys All Stars will take place in Richmond BC.

Academy team heads to Denver - Toronto FC
Toronto FC Academy's Junior Team left for Denver early Friday to take part in the 2009 MLS Youth Cup. The Reds' youngsters open the tournament against Real Salt Lake on Saturday and will then face Columbus Crew on Sunday and Colorado Rapids on Monday in group play.

WORLD SOCCER

Jordaan looks ahead to 2010
The celebrations following South Africa's successful hosting of the FIFA Confederations Cup were short-lived, as the focus has now turned to 2010.

An invention for all eternity
FIFA.com investigates the evolution of the ball, which had different names and functions across the world until becoming what it now is to the sport.

Owen joins Man United - SLAM!
Michael Owen has joined English champion Manchester United, a striking reversal of fortunes for an injury-plagued striker who had been consigned to the England scrap heap by Fabio Capello.

Reports link Owen, Man U - The Province
Former European Footballer of the Year Michael Owen may be on the verge of joining Manchester United from relegated Newcastle United, according to several British media reports today.

Director general defends Real Madrid spending spree - SLAM!
Real Madrid director general Jorge Valdano has defended his team's summer spending spree, saying it was necessary to retain its place as the world's biggest club.

Transfer activity intensifies - FIFA
The last two weeks have produced plenty of big-name comings and goings in the transfer market, as FIFA.com reveals in its latest round-up.

FIFA won't take action against Iran for wristbands - SLAM!
FIFA won't punish the Iranian soccer for the green wristbands some players wore in solidarity with anti-government protesters during a World Cup qualifier last month.

Indigenous Football Festival kicks-off in Townsville, Australia - FFA
The Festival is a component of Football Federation of Australia's Indigenous Football Development Program, which is an integral part of the National Football Development Plan.

2 July 2009 

Montreal Impact holds Haitian National Team to goal-less draw
The Montreal Impact and the Haitian National Team tied 0-0, Wednesday, in front of 8,047 spectators at Saputo Stadium, in its second of six international games presented this summer in Montreal.

Centre back Ladiyou still getting a look - The Province
The Whitecaps men are set to return to practice Thursday after a week off and York University centre back Gerard Ladiyou will be there. Ladiyou was brought in for a week in mid-June with the Caps suddenly finding themselves in a pickle at the back.

Robinson impresses with national coach in crowd - The Province
Jodi-Ann Robinson said she didn’t know Canada’s national team coach, Carolina Morace, was in the crowd Wednesday. Her play suggested otherwise, which will make Morace happy.

Residency return to winning ways - Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency returned to winning ways in the USL Premier Development League after a 4-2 away victory over arch-rivals Abbotsford Mariners on Canada Day.

Highlanders Prepare For Two Game Series Versus Seattle Wolves
After a triumphant 6 - 1 victory over the Yakima Reds, the Highlanders will be looking to take their winning momentum on the road in their first match of a two game home and away series against the Seattle Wolves.

MLS's Sounders down USL's Timbers in third round of US Open Cup soccer - SLAM!
With fans boisterously embracing the potential rivalry, Major League Soccer's Seattle Sounders beat the Portland Timbers of the United Soccer Leagues' First Division 2-1 on Wednesday night in the third round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.

Galaxy acquire Eskandarian from Chivas - Globe and Mail
Former Toronto FC striker switches Los Angeles clubs in exchange for allocation money and a conditional draft pick.

Zidane doubtful for Vancouver kickaround
CBC Radio One Vancouver is reporting that Zinedine Zidane has injured his back while lifting his child in his Vancouver hotel and may not be able to keep his commitment to play at BC Place on Saturday.

Five-official trials to continue - UEFA
The innovative experiment involving five match officials will continue in the UEFA Europa League group stage in September, UEFA's Executive Committee heard at its meeting in Vilnius, Lithuania.

CONCACAF GOLD CUP 2009

A confidence booster - Sportsnet
Guatemala may not be a top squad but the Canadian win may be worth more than its weight in Gold.

Costa Rica makes three roster changes for Gold Cup - CONCACAF
Costa Rica won't have the services of Andy Furtado, Christian Bolanos or Michael Umana at the Gold Cup, replacing them on its roster with Josimar Arias, Warren Granados and Pablo Salazar.

US returns to prepare for Gold Cup - SLAM!
Bob Bradley was walking off the practice field toward the team bus when a father stopped the coach of the United States national team with a cheerful yell from a playground. "Hey, good job on the Confederations Cup, man!"

USA go for Gold again - FIFA
Fresh from winning silver at the FIFA Confederations Cup, Bob Bradley's new-look US are aiming for glory and gold at the 2009 CONCACAF showpiece event.

WORLD SOCCER

Australia hits the top 20 for first time - FFA
Australia is ranked 16th in world football following the release of FIFA's latest rankings today.
It is the highest Australia has ever been placed in FIFA's international ratings system which ranks 203 member nations of FIFA.

Just the start for Germany - UEFA
After early exits at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA EURO 2000™ Germany overhauled its youth system with spectacular results: an unprecedented hat-trick of U21, U19 and U17 titles.

Racist chants can end soccer matches - CBC
European soccer authorities have approved new guidelines for referees to act against racism in stadiums, giving them the power to call off games because of offensive chants.

UEFA boss wants to rein in player salaries - Globe and Mail
UEFA president Michel Platini has warned big-spending clubs that he plans to introduce tighter financial regulations within "two or three years" that would put an end to huge spending sprees in football.

UEFA proposes linking salaries, transfer fees to club income - SLAM!
Soccer clubs competing in the Champions League will have to ensure players' salaries and transfer fees are proportionate to their income under new plans from UEFA .

Benzema next to join Real Madrid - The Province
Lyon has agreed to sell highly-rated France striker Karim Benzema to Real Madrid in a deal which could be worth up to 41 million euros (C$67 million), the French club said on Wednesday.

Ribery demands Real move - Sportsnet
Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery says he wants to join Real Madrid. The France international midfielder wants a move sorted out quickly, and has ruled out the possibility of joining any other club.

UEFA Europa League era begins - UEFA
Just 43 days after FC Shakhtar Donetsk claimed the 38th and final edition of the UEFA Cup, this evening heralds the dawn of a new era as the inaugural UEFA Europa League gets under way.

Corinthians clinch cup crown - FIFA
Corinthians won a third Copa do Brasil title after a 2-2 draw in Porto Alegre completed a 4-2 aggregate win over Internacional. The triumph earned O Timão a place in next year's Copa Libertadores.

Estudiantes reach Copa final - FIFA
Mauro Boselli scored twice as four time winners Estudiantes de La Plata of Argentina secured a place in the Copa Libertadores final after beating Nacional 2-1 in Uruguay on Wednesday to complete a 3-1 aggregate win.

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