Spotlight
Checking In With LAFC Center Back Tristan Blackmon Ahead of His Second Season as a Pro
After a rookie season that saw plenty of learning opportunities, LAFC defender Tristan Blackmon is ready to make his impact felt across MLS. We catch up with the young...
Urban Hype
Going Behind the Curtain of Guerrilla FC’s Impending Takeover of San Francisco — and the Rest of the Country
Already established in multiple major metropolitan areas in the world, Guerrilla FC has recently extended its roots to San Francisco, and looks to introduce the Bay Area to a...
Photography
Urban Lens: Barcelona’s Famous La Rambla Boulevard Painted In a New Light
Normally a packed tourist attraction in the heart of Barcelona, the famous La Rambla boulevard has undergone a drastic change in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Barcelona native...
Street Football
Witnessing Rotterdam’s New Generation of Street Footballers at Neymar Jr’s Five
We witness a new generation continuing the important tradition of ballers from Rotterdam exhibiting their unique combination of technical skill and street culture.
Photography
Urban Lens: The Evolving Heartbeat of Street Football in Barcelona
Street football in Barcelona has always been a massive part of daily life. But as the city has changed over the years, so has the way in which the...
Photography
Urban Lens: The Captain Tsubasa Stadium In Osaka Is a Stage for Street Skills and Style
While it may not be as popular as baseball, the beautiful game thrives in Japan — especially in its street form. Home to some of the world's top street...
Spotlight
LA Galaxy II Keeper Abraham Romero Dishes On the Rowdiest Crowds and Why He Chose Mexico Over USMNT
Abraham Romero is built for the big moment. The 22-year-old rising goalkeeper takes us into his life — telling us why he'd rather be the third-string keeper for Mexico...
Urban Hype
Creative and Sporting Luminaries Gather to Celebrate City of Angels FC’s Launch Party
Actors, musicians, and influencers mingled with supporters and club owners at a popular North Hollywood hot spot this past Sunday to toast the launch of Los Angeles' newest football club—City...
Spotlight
The Long and Winding Road of 21-Year-Old LA Galaxy II Midfielder Geoffrey Acheampong’s Pro Career
At just 21 years old, Ghanian pro footballer Geoffrey Acheampong has already played on three different clubs in three different countries. In our latest podcast, he shares the unique...
Urban Hype
Heard On the Street: At the Manchester City Soccer Festival
As part of their tour of the United States, Manchester City FC stopped by the East Los Angeles Boys and Girls Club to host the Manchester City Soccer Festival,...
Spotlight
If She Isn’t Already, LA’s Next Freestyle Star Lizzy Calderon Needs to Be On Your Radar
A central figure in Los Angeles' burgeoning freestyle scene, Lizzy Calderon is beginning to make a name for herself around the world, thanks to her bubbling personality, optimistic outlook,...
Urban Hype
NISA Has Arrived: Scenes From the LA Force-Detroit City FC Opening Match
After plenty of hype both good and bad, the NISA spring season is finally here. We were on the scene at last Friday's match between the LA Force and...
Photography
Peep this Account: ‘Soccer Problems’ is the Fun Addition You Need in Your Feed
A rising group of young, smart, and enterprising social media influencers are making their mark in the online world of football. Meet Briana Aguila—the fresh face behind the influential...
Photography
Pictorial: The Iconic Dublin Derby
Urban Pitch contributor Ignasi Torné Gualdo shares his experience at the wonderfully unique and fierce Dublin Derby — from the food, to the people, to the raucous atmosphere.
"Have you...
Spotlight
Adidas Bosses From the Stadium to the Street with Red Limit Collection
Adidas looks to provide an immersive experience for the modern-day footballer with the launch of their Red Limit collection. Highlighted by the new Ace 17+ PURECONTROL, this is the first...
Urban Hype
Heard on the Street: Exploring the Wild Tailgates at the Mexico-Venezuela Friendly in Atlanta
In a tune up friendly for both Mexico (Gold Cup) and Venezuela (Copa America), fans packed Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz stadium and created an electric atmosphere reminiscent of a World Cup...
Urban Hype
An Immersive Experience With the LA Galaxy’s LA Riot Squad — An All-Inclusive Group That Embodies the LA Lifestyle
Ever wonder what it’s like to be in one of MLS’ rowdiest supporters’ groups? We are taking fully immersive experiences with the league’s most passionate fanbases, continuing with the...
Videos
Tailgate Trivia: Testing LAFC Fans’ Knowledge at ‘El Trafico’ 2019 Round Two
Last month, we took a trip to Dignity Health Sports Park to test out some Galaxy fans' knowledge of their team ahead of the first El Trafico matchup of...
Street Football
Adidas Dark Space Brings Teams of Two to Compete
No matter how big or small the pitch, players on the field depend on each other. When you’re playing a 2v2 tournament, however, trusting your teammate becomes even more...
Urban Hype
The USWNT Victory Tour Stop at the Rose Bowl Shows the Need for an NWSL Team in Los Angeles
In front of a packed crowd of supporters at the iconic Rose Bowl, the United States women's national team handily defeated the Republic of Ireland in their first contest...
