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MLS broadcaster and former pro Brian Dunseth discusses his unorthodox career path, representing the USMNT at the Olympics, and more in an exclusive Q&A interview. From afar, Brian Dunseth's career journey looks pretty typical. A player-turned-broadcaster is pretty standard in...
It has been a long journey for Pellegrino Matarazzo, who finally seems to have broken through in Europe and is now guiding Real Sociedad into the top half of La Liga. Pellegrino Matarazzo is still somewhat of a mystery to...
For over 50 years, Panini sticker albums have been a ubiquitous accompaniment to the World Cup for collectors and fans of all ages. Urban Pitch contributor Ben Noonan recounts their history, how he became enthralled with filling out his...
From new jerseys to a revamped stadium, we got our first look at a new era of Canadian soccer last week. And it's not purely for looks.  What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Canada? For...
Portugal heads into the World Cup with one of the most talented squads in the world. And while many will focus on the will-he-won't-he-play saga surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo, Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos could be the Portuguese goalscorer who...
Since the turn of the decade, Toronto FC has been in a seemingly endless rough patch. But with an influx of new signings and an optimistic outlook for 2026, can the club right the ship? Toronto FC is a...
Nike, PUMA, or adidas? Lyle-Anthony Golding parsed through each brand's World Cup kit offerings to determine who won the battle of the brands! With mere months left on the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026, the biggest brands in...
The March FIFA window has closed, and the United States did not look any better in the final two matches before the 2026 World Cup. After nearly four years, the national team continues to be Jekyll and Hyde, with no...
In a very special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we join forces with LatiNation FC to discuss the upcoming World Cup, NWSL growth, and more! We took an away days trip for this special episode of the Urban Pitch...
Scotland returns to football’s biggest stage for the first time since France ’98, and Steve Clarke will be relying on Scott McTominay to give the Tartan Army something to cheer about this summer. Scotland is a football-mad country, but the...
Having mentored some of the greatest goalkeepers in the game, Frans Hoek is an authority figure not just for the position, but for the sport as a whole. We sit down with the legendary coach to discuss his love...
Never shy to share his thoughts on the beautiful game, we sit down with former USMNT player Jimmy Conrad to discuss how things have changed with the national team since his playing days and the looming cloud over the...
On a very special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, Kids of Immigrants co-founder Daniel Buezo drops in to discuss his soccer influences, how he's created a truly authentic brand, and collaborating with Buchanan's Whisky for a soccer-inspired collection...
Urban Pitch sat down with St. Pauli midfielder and U.S. men’s national team hopeful James Sands for an exclusive one-on-one interview. The former NYCFC standout spoke about his time in the Bundesliga, his dreams of making the World Cup,...
We continue our series on potential unsung heroes for the 2026 World Cup by focusing on two-time world champions and one of the early favorites for 2026: France. Among their many stars, Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise stands out as...
With a bevy of teenagers not just on the roster, but contributing in major ways, Red Bull New York could be one of the most exciting clubs to watch in MLS this year. But the youth movement isn't anything...
Mauricio Pochettino has named a 27-man roster for the United States’ two matches against European opposition in late March. Belgium and Portugal will provide a stern test for a team now just four matches away from the World Cup....
We preview the 2026 NWSL season and more on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast! In honor of women's history month, we break down the best in women's soccer, from the start of the 2026 NWSL season to...
Our iconic kit series continues with Ronaldo Nazario, whose well-traveled career saw him don some of the most memorable jerseys of all time.  With one of the highest peaks of any footballer, Ronaldo (the Brazilian one, although it feels disrespectful...
If football is to come home this summer, the answer might lie in Arsenal star Bukayo Saka.  It's been nearly six decades since England last won a World Cup. Since lifting the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966, the Three Lions...