Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast!

In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps as they get set for the start of their 2024 MLS season. 

As a result, they dive into the 'Caps home opener this weekend, with Vancouver set to host Charlotte FC at BC Place to kick off their MLS campaign. 

A Charlotte side they've played just once before in their history, they look at what to expect from Dean Smith's team, as the English manager has quickly stamped out an identity for his new team to believe in after arriving this offseason. 

Yet, for the 'Caps, they won't be too worried about that, as they'll look to come out with a win by focusing on themselves, beginning their quest to push towards becoming an elite MLS team.

After some chatter on what to expect by Charlotte, they take a look at how they expect Vancouver to line up, as well as what battles to watch out for in this game, one that could prove to be quite the contrast tactically. 

Then, as usual, they predict the Whitecaps starting XI, as well as what they feel the score will be on the day. 

Lastly, they debut a new section, "Around in MLS in 5-10", as they take a quick look at what's caught their eye around MLS this past weekend, from surprise domination in Portland and business as usual in Columbus, before looking ahead to what they'll have their eye on this week. 

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