Spotlight
Grounds of a Dying Breed: A Q&A With ‘Final Whistle’ Photographer Marco Magielse
Documenting 21 of the remaining traditional football grounds in England, Marco Magielse's book Final Whistle is a nostalgic ode to a fading style of architecture. We speak with the Dutch photographer...
Fashion
The Urban Pitch Guide to the Best #MerchDay Apparel
In honor of the third official Merch Day, we've put together a comprehensive guide of some of the best kits and apparel for you to pick up in support...
Art
Meet Artist Laury Layani, Whose Viral Vivid Portraits Have Caught the Eyes of Many Pro Athletes
Through her brilliantly colored and detailed portraits, French artist Laury Layani has been able to meet some of her sports idols — Novak Djokovic, Olivier Giroud, and Lewis Hamilton...
Art
Get To Know Giuseppe Klain, the Designer Behind Napoli’s Diego Maradona Tribute Kits
With a multi-faceted career that includes experience in painting, photography, and architecture, it was a chance opportunity that linked Giuseppe Klain with SSC Napoli, and it forever changed his...
Art
Getting to Know Some of the Ambitious Artists Behind Nike’s Stunning NYC Garage Murals
Just over a month ago, Nike unveiled a stunning new six-level parking structure for its employees in New York City. Much more than just an average garage, the building...
Art
‘Neymar: The Perfect Chaos’ Paints a Complex Portrait of Football’s Most Maligned Star
Giving us an intimate look at Neymar's emotional struggles and triumphs throughout his career, Neymar: The Perfect Chaos is the latest athlete docuseries to hit Netflix. We present a (mostly spoiler-free)...
Urban Hype
‘Hustle’ is the Basketball Version of ‘Goal!’
The latest Adam Sandler film to hit Netflix, Hustle is a solid sports picture that does well in executing genre tropes and conventions. But instead of borrowing from other basketball movies,...
Art
Sitting Down With Stanley Chow, a Master of Minimalist Design
With a unique and instantly recognizable style, Stanley Chow has carved plenty of success in the art world, particularly through his football related work. We sit down with the...
Art
Art of the Game: A Look Behind Dutch Street Art Crew Kamp Seedorf
A street art collective to the fullest, Kamp Seedorf has made international waves with their brilliant murals of footballers and other cultural icons. We get a rare interview with...
Urban Hype
The Power Of the Game: An Interview With ‘One Goal’ Author Amy Bass
Chronicling the ups and downs of the refugee-led Lewiston High School soccer team's run to a state championship, Amy Bass' One Goal has been lauded by critics and sports...
Fashion
INARIA Goes Back to School With its Detail-Oriented Kit Closet Academy Collection
Featuring a houndstooth print that likens itself to high fashion, INARIA's latest Kit Closet installation, dubbed "The Kit Closet Academy," is simplicity with a touch of class. In addition...
Urban Hype
Casting the Upcoming ’99ers Netflix Movie
Last week, streaming giant Netflix announced their intentions to make a feature length film about the 1999 World Cup-winning U.S. Women's National Team. Inspired by the throngs of fans...
Editorial
‘King Otto’ May Focus on a German Figure, But It’s a Distinctly Greek Story
The latest soccer documentary to hit the big screen, King Otto is centered around how German head coach Otto Rehhagel was able to help orchestrate the Greek national team's famous...
Urban Hype
Reminisce on the Glory Days of Kits With ‘Your First Football Shirt’
A project long in the works by the Football Shirt Collective, "Your First Football Shirt" takes a look at — as the title suggests — the stories behind the...
Art
‘The Match’ Shows Flashes of Promise, But Ultimately Fails to Score
Arriving on Netflix last month, The Match has a few fun moments, including a well-executed time jump twist, but a feature film might not have been the best package...
Spotlight
Geoff Gouveia’s Nonstop Hustle and Creative Business Approach Sets Him Apart From Your Typical Artist
In addition to his distinctive style and deep love for the beautiful game, artist Geoff Gouveia has used a clever approach to business and constant hustle to establish relationships...
Art
Roma TV’s Edin Dzeko Documentary Perfectly Captures the Making Of a Generational Striker
Depicting his journey from a child in war-torn Sarajevo to football superstar in Rome, Roma TV's documentary on Edin Dzeko is a poignant and captivating portrait of an iconic...
Urban Hype
‘This Is Naija’ Showcases the Beautiful Culture That is Pushing Nigerian Football Forward
Similar to the 'Ginga' of Brazil, Nigeria's Naija is ever-present in all of its people — from the way they walk, talk, and of course, play football. Nike's "This...
Urban Hype
Emiliano Martinez Gets Animated In Upcoming ‘Emi On Off’ Project
Heroic Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has become a national hero, and now the story of his childhood will be brought into the world of animation. We spoke with one...
Art
An Exclusive Teaser of the Upcoming ‘La Reta Documental’ Film
Planning to highlight the importance of the beautiful game in Latin America, the La Reta Documental film crew is in the process of traveling throughout the region and capturing some...
