Urban Hype
It’s a Geordie Thing: A Newcastle United Experience at St. James Park
With one of the most dedicated and complicated fan bases in all of European football, a match at Newcastle United's St. James Park is a must-add to any football...
Urban Hype
The Urban Pitch 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs Guide: Storylines to Watch For and Bold Predictions
From top storylines to spicy hot takes, we break down what to look forward to throughout the upcoming 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs.
What was easily the strangest and most difficult...
Fashion
The 10 Best Kits at AFCON 2021
As AFCON 2021 has kicked off to an incredible start, we rank the 10 best kits from the tournament.
AFCON. A tournament of elegance and chaos. Where passion, skill, pace,...
Urban Hype
Previewing the US Open Cup Round of 16: Spiciest Matchups, Best Kits, and Underrated Stadiums
With the 2023 U.S. Open Cup round of 16 ready to kick off next week, here's what we have our eyes on.
The best tournament in American sports has...
Urban Hype
Ultras, Riot Gear, and Train Stations: My First Italian Away Days Experience
With no football for the foreseeable future, all we can do is take a look back at some of our most memorable experiences with the game. For Wayne Girard,...
Fashion
When Admiral Were the Kings of Football Shirt Cool
Before today's industry giants took over, there was only one name in football kits — Admiral. We reminisce on the brand's best designs from their brief dominance in the...
Street Football
Cali Teams Dominate Red Bull Neymar Jr’s Five at Challenging U.S. Finals
The U.S. teams that made it to Miami, FL, this past weekend for the Red Bull Neymar Jr's Five five-a-side regional finals faced off in an unconventional tournament of sorts: For outsiders,...
Urban Hype
Five Footballers Who Were Ahead of Their Time
Football is constantly evolving. As such, many players get lost in the mix simply because they don't fit with the times. Nine times out of 10, it's because the...
Editorial
Where Does the International Champions Cup Go From Here?
With dwindling audiences and increasing ticket prices in the United States, the International Champions Cup — once an exciting opportunity to watch Europe's biggest stars on American soil —...
Urban Hype
A Glimpse Into America’s Most Unique Soccer Culture Through Portland’s Toffee League
Featuring teams made up of some of the most creative minds in Portland, the Avery Dennison Toffee League describes itself as "the beautiful game's weirdest league on the planet."
The...
Urban Hype
The DribbleUp Smart Soccer Ball Could Change Training as We Know It
Ground movers and freestylers alike can now train under the watchful eye of a professional instructor at any time and place with the newly-launched DribbleUp Smart Soccer Ball and...
Fashion
Retro Perfected: An Up-Close Look at the Incredibly Detailed COPA Juventus Collection
Featuring a stunning line of throwback kits and off-pitch wear, COPA's official Juventus collection elicits plenty of memories from the club's rich history. To get a closer look at...
Urban Hype
The Biggest Little Club in the World: Why Wycombe Wanderers’ Promotion to the EFL Championship Is a Huge Deal
Despite everything that's happened in 2020 so far, no one could've seen Wycombe Wanderers earning promotion to the EFL Championship. Steve Gray (a die-hard Wanderers supporter) recounts the club's...
Urban Hype
Cold-Blooded Ballers Take New York City By Storm For Adidas’ Tango League
In yet another action-packed and star-studded tournament, Adidas' Cold Blooded Tango League event in New York City not only showcased the icy line of boots from the Three Stripes,...
Urban Hype
The EPL Is Back: What to Watch for in a Crucial Weekend
After a brief hiatus, the English Premier League returns to action this weekend — and it's going to be a glorious few days of high stakes drama. Here's what...
Urban Hype
The Changing World of Celebrity Football Club Ownership
With more celebrities getting into the world of football, we take a look at how their roles with their respective clubs are beginning to evolve.
Recently, there has been a...
Freestyle
Alex Mendoza Wins Second Straight U.S. National Championship in New York City
With a final match victory over former Red Bull Street Style runner-up Daniel Dennehy, Alex Mendoza claimed his second straight and third overall U.S. National Championship. The victory only...
Futsal
Kurukuru Set to Represent Oceania Region in 2016 Futsal World Cup
If there's one team that will inspire fans and followers of the upcoming FIFA Futsal World Cup, to be hosted by Colombia next month, it will surely be the Solomon Islands...
Urban Hype
Football’s Dark Side: The Psychology of Football Hooliganism
Football hooliganism may have been at its worst in the ‘70s and ‘80s, but it is starting to make a comeback. Urban Pitch examines the culture from a psychological...
Fashion
The Year in Review: The 10 Best Boots of 2023
Boot nerds rejoice! As we wrap up the year, we take a look back at some of the best football footwear released in 2023.
This time of year is where...
