VANCOUVER, BC – Vancouver Whitecaps FC will play their first MLS home match since July 20 when they host FC Dallas this Saturday at BC Place in BC Soccer's Next Gen match presented by Daily Hive. Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m. PT.
Join as we celebrate the next generation of youth leading the way for the sport in our province.
Below is important information for fans heading to the match.
Match ball Delivery & Coin Toss
- Be in your seats prior to the match to celebrate the Next Generation of soccer stars in BC
- Youth players and referrees from BC Soccer
- Delivering the match ball
- Ceremonial coin toss
Welcome!
Join in welcoming the following youth soccer clubs to the match:
- Albion FC
- Fusion FC
- Langley United Soccer Association
- New Westminster Soccer Club
- Port Coquitlam FC
- Ridge Meadows SC
- Vancouver Athletic Football Club
- Vancouver United FC
100v2 Kickin' with the 'Caps, presented by Chevrolet
- Everyone's favourite halftime show is back
- 100 youth soccer players versus two Whitecaps FC next gen stars!
TELUS Canadian Championship donation to BC Soccer
- Get your tickets to the September 25 TELUS Canadian Championship final versus Toronto FC
- $1 from every ticket will be donated to BC Soccer to support the future of the sport in our province
- Whitecaps FC are going for the three-peat!
Recognizing Whitecaps FC League1 BC women's team
- Be in your seats by 7:20 p.m.
- Recognition for Whitecaps FC League1 BC women's team
- League 1 BC champions
- League1 Canada Inter-Provincial Champions
- Playing in the inaugural Concacaf W Champions Cup! Tickets versus NWSL sides San Diego Wave (October 1) and Portland Thorns (October 15) available now at ticketmaster.ca/whitecaps
The Warmup on Terry Fox Plaza
- Starts at 4 p.m. PT
- All ages
- Music, games, facepainting, food, and $5 drinks
- Craft table
- Soccer juggler
- Stilt walker
- Spike autograph signing from 6-7 p.m.
Continental Tire Celebrating Soccer
- Find them on Terry Fox Plaza
- Fans who come can get a free Whitecaps FC co-branded scarf, while supplies last, by scanning the QR code or using an iPad provided by staff. Once registration is complete, scarves can be redeemed via a vending machine. Each registrant is also entered to win a team-signed soccer ball or set of Continental tires.
Fans will also have the opportunity to participate in a rocket league one vs. one competition using Continental branded RC cars. Fans will have three minutes to land a goal against their opponent.
March to the Match
Join Whitecaps FC supporters for the March to the Match.
- Departing from Dublin Calling at 6:45 p.m. PT
- Will also see supporters joining from Fable Diner & Bar at Robson and Richards
Gates
- Open at 6:30 p.m. PT
- Enter the stadium early to avoid longer wait times
Clear bags/Bag Check
For the best stadium entry experience, Whitecaps FC and BC Place recommend fans do not bring a bag to the stadium.
- If you do:
- Clear plastic
- Smaller than 12”x12”x6”
- Bag check is available at Gate C
- Exceptions for diaper bags and medically necessary items
- One small opaque bag, but it can’t be larger than 6.5”x 8.5”.
- All bags will be inspected prior to entry
Mobile entry
- All tickets for Whitecaps FC matches are through mobile ticketing
- Season ticket members and pack holders access tickets through whitecapsfc.com/accountmanager
- Single match buyers access through Ticketmaster
Warm-ups
- Starting at 6:45 p.m. PT
Jr. PA announcer
- Whitecaps FC PA announcer Don Andrews will be joined by his daughter, Olivia Andrews
- Join in as she helps announce the starting lineups!
National anthems
- Saturday’s national anthems will be sung by 17-year-old Ema Lake
- Lake has risen from the inaugural WFC2 season to a primary Whitecaps FC singer, including performing at last year's TELUS Canadian Championship final vs. CF Montreal
Fan Support Text Line
- Text 778-873-3267 at any point during the match
- Dedicated BCP Guest Services member will respond promptly
Family washrooms
- Available at sections 244, 217
Supporters Section
- Please note that sections 248-254 and 201-207 are part of the Whitecaps FC supporters section
- Section 253 is general admission
- No opposing team jerseys or apparel (FC Dallas) will be permitted to be worn in the supporters sections
- Expect standing, singing, chanting, and potential obstructed views
Stroller parking
- Available at section 229
Family washrooms
- Available at sections 244, 217
Cashless transactions
- BC Place is a cashless venue
- All major digital forms of payment including Debit, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Google Pay and Apple Pay are accepted
- Cash to Card kiosk located at Sec 235
$5 Menu
BC Place has a $5 menu, in collaboration with Sodexo Live!
- Dawson’s Hot Dogs at sections 201 and 227
- $5 beer, hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn
Kids Combo
- Dawson's Hot Dogs (214 and 241)
- $6.50 for a hot dog, chips, and soda
- Lions Gate Grill (228 and 254)
- $6.50 for chicken strips, fries, and soda
Last call
- Last call for alcohol at the 75th minute of the match
Stand by Me
- Stay in your seats after every Whitecaps FC home win
- Join the team in the singing of Stand by Me
Bloodlines jersey
Whitecaps FC will be wearing their primary white Bloodlines jersey on Saturday.
- Both The Bloodlines jersey and the 50 jersey are available for purchase at sections 205, 222, 233, and 249
- At the Official Whitecaps FC store in Gastown
- Online at whitecapsfc.com/shop
KidSport 50/50
- Buy your tickets on the concourse
- All proceeds from 50/50 program donated to KidSport BC
- Visit their table at sections 240, 253
- Buy online at whitecapsfc.com/5050
Videoboard special messages
- Fill out the form at com/matchday/videoboard
- All proceeds go to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank
RE/MAX Family Zone
- Section 226
- Colouring at 'Caps Clubhouse
- First match certificate to commemorate the occasion
The Asahi Super Dry Landing
- Pitchside viewing area – right behind the player benches!
- Pub on the pitch
- Access to food court
- For information, visit whitecapsfc.com/asahilanding
Group tickets
- 10+ tickets
- Save up to 33%
- Get access to special experiences
- Contact groups@whitecapsfc.com
Kid Captain
Whitecaps FC are honoured to have Violet Nolasco from Canadian Cancer Society as Kid Captain for Saturday’s home match against FC Dallas.
Violet is a vibrant and talented seven-year-old with a big heart. She has passionately fundraised and ran the Run for the Cure for four years, combining her love of sports and her determination to help others. With her lively personality, she brightens up the world with her humour, kindness, and sass!
Please join in welcoming Violet to the match!
Supporter of the Match
Saturday’s Supporter of the Match will be Alex Rickman from Vancouver Albion.
Alex has been a Whitecaps FC fan since the beginning, and has been a part of Albion since 2021.
His favourite memory is seeing the team lift the Voyageurs Cup in 2022 as Canadian champions. His favourite part of being in a supporters group is the sense of community and the chance to meet people and make friends with similar interests.
