In the latest episode of the CanPL.ca Virtual Newsroom, Charlie O’Connor-Clarke and Marty Thompson review the biggest stories from The Island Games at the halfway point for round 1.

Cavalry FC and Forge FC with one foot in the second round, HFX Wanderers FC and Valour FC impressing, Jordan Brown’s emergence, and much more!

Plus, they bask in the glow of Alphonso Davies’ historic UEFA Champions League victory.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

• 0:54 – Why Davies’ Bayern triumph “feels like a video game” for Charlie
• 3:33 – Cavalry and Forge: Why tactical acumen has been the difference…
• 5:56 – Jordan Brown: Golden boot favourite?
• 7:47 – Recapping an emotional Sunday afternoon tilt between FC Edmonton and Atletico Ottawa…
• 11:05 – Which CPLer has earned near-universal praise from managers in PEI?
• 13:06 – Alex Marshall, Akeem Garcia, and the Wanderers’ new-look lineup
• 15:22 – Marty and Charlie predict their first-round top four – assuming Forge and Cavalry advance.
• 21:04 – Alright, a bit of fun: What’s your favourite moment from the Island Games thus far?