VANCOUVER, BC – Cup football is here.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC start the knockout stage of the Leagues Cup with a Round of 32 match against Mexican giants Pumas UNAM this Wednesday, August 7 at BC Place. Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m. PT.
For information on ticket options, visit whitecapsfc.com/tickets.
Below are details on what fans can expect.
Neutral venue
In Leagues Cup, host venues like BC Place are neutral venues and a home for both clubs. The in-stadium fan experience will be different and unique, and some of the usual pre-match ceremonies that happen during a home ‘Caps match will be replaced with ceremonial Leagues Cup rituals.
Format
- The winner will advance to the Leagues Cup Round of 16, while the other team will be eliminated
- If the match is tied after 90 minutes, it will go straight to a shootout
- The winner will face either Seattle Sounders FC or Los Angeles Galaxy in the Round of 16 on either Monday, August 12 or Tuesday, August 13. The ‘Caps would be away to Seattle, or home to LA Galaxy (the home team is determined by the higher team in the Leagues Cup rankings – for MLS teams that is based on the final 2023 MLS standings)
For more information on the Leagues Cup format, visit whitecapsfc.com/leaguescup.
Whitecaps FC Supporters Section
- Please note that sections 248-254 and 201-207 are part of the Whitecaps FC supporters section
- Section 253 is general admission
- Opposing team apparel is not permitted in the Whitecaps FC supporters section. For this match that includes, but is not limited to, jerseys from Pumas UNAM, LIGA MX, and the Mexican national team
- Expect standing, singing, chanting, and potential obstructed views
- Fans who purchased tickets to the wrong section can visit guest services at section 234 on the concourse, with section 218-219, row RR and up available to Pumas fans
Fan Support Text Line
- Text 778-873-3267 at any point during the match
- Dedicated BCP Guest Services member will respond promptly
Gates
- Open at 6:30 p.m. PT
- Enter the stadium early to avoid longer wait times
- Please note that there will not be player arrivals open to fans at this match
Warm-ups
- Starting at 6:45 p.m. PT
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
Stroller parking
- Available at section 229
Family washrooms
- Available at sections 244, 217
Last call
- Last call for alcohol at the 75th minute of the match
Stand by Me
- Stay in your seats for a Whitecaps FC win at BC Place
- Join the team in the singing of Stand by Me
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
Bloodlines jersey
Whitecaps FC will be wearing their primary white Bloodlines jerseys 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
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 Olivia Welsh from Coquitlam Metro-Ford SC as Kid Captain for Wednesday’s Leagues Cup match against Pumas UNAM.
Olivia exhibits true sportsmanship and plays with heart and dedication. Her caring nature extends beyond the pitch, as Olivia consistently supports and encourages her peers and has made contributions to Children’s Hospital, the Terry Fox Foundation, and the Share Food Bank through annual fundraising efforts. Olivia is thoughtful, kind, and caring to all of those around her.
Please join in welcoming Olivia to the match!
Supporter of the Match
Wednesday's Supporter of the Match is Zach Mason from Vancouver Albion.
Zach has been a part of Vancouver Albion since 2022, having previously followed the team for most of the MLS tenure. Zach enjoys the camraderie, inside jokes, and sharing reactions to big matches and victories, as well as away trips including recent ones to Minnesota and Montreal.
