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Grading the adidas 2026 World Cup Kits
adidas has rolled out its fresh collection of home kits for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — and as expected, we’ve got some absolute stunners, a few middle-of-the-road efforts,...
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USMNT November Camp Preview: Reyna In, Musah Out, and a Look Ahead to Paraguay and Uruguay
Mauricio Pochettino named a 25-man roster that will be without Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie for two key World Cup warm-ups against Paraguay and Uruguay in mid-November. Here's what...
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5 Kits that Defined a Career: Thierry Henry
A new Urban Pitch series, 5 Kits That Defined a Career will do exactly what the title suggests — and we start it off with a bang.
We all know...
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Cape Verde’s Historic World Cup Qualification: How FIFA Forward Paved the Way for a Nation’s Rise
With their historic performance in CAF World Cup qualifiers, Cape Verde will play in its first-ever FIFA World Cup. But how did the island nation make it here?
Winning the...
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In Silence, Japan Continues To Be a National Team On the Rise
While the United States drowns in talk about its underachieving “Golden Generation,” Japan has quietly gone about its work — methodical, patient, and deeply committed to building something lasting....
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The Best Cinderella Runs in the MLS Cup Playoffs
With the MLS Cup Playoffs in full swing, we look back at some of the most improbable deep runs in league history.
Major League Soccer can be hard to get...
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Yevhen Cheberko Has Found a Home With the Columbus Crew
27-year-old defender Yevhen Cheberko is playing the best soccer of his career. We catch up with the Columbus Crew defender to discuss his origins in the sport, finding a...
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Foreign Clubs Rebranded for a Domestic League: The One-Season Experiment of the United Soccer Association
In 1967, two rival soccer leagues, the United Soccer Association (USA) and the National Professional Soccer League (NPSL), were racing to bring professional soccer to the United States. With...
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Major League Blackout: How MLS Has Shut Out Local Reporters From Covering Teams
FC Cincinnati beat reporter Laurel Pfahler called out MLS regarding the league's non-existent practices when it comes to giving journalists locker room access and player interviews — a strange...
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SNAPPED: A Eulogy for RBNY’s Now-Dead Playoff Streak
The New York Red Bulls have missed the playoffs for the first time in 15 seasons. But while that postseason streak may seem impressive at face value, the red...
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Can Jackson Hopkins Steer DC United Back to Glory?
A rare bright spot in DC United's 2025 season, Jackson Hopkins could be the latest homegrown star for the Black and Red.
When Jackson Hopkins was born on July 1,...
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USMNT October Camp: Finally, A Proper Window
The October international window is in the books, and for the first time in a long while, the USMNT faithful can hold their heads high. A win and a...
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World Cup Match Balls, Ranked
With the 2026 World Cup ball officially unveiled, we see where it ranks among the other match balls from previous tournaments.
Preparations for the 2026 World Cup are fully underway,...
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Inter Miami: MLS Cup or Bust, and the Future of Messi and Co.
With the recent retirement announcements of Spanish superstars Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, Inter Miami are looking to end a disappointing 2025 campaign on a high with the MLS...
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The Gems to Watch in the FIFA U-20 World Cup
We've reached the quarterfinals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, and it has delivered a handful of surprises and standout performances. Here’s a look at players who...
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Locals Only: Soccer Clubs that Won’t Sign Foreigners
From major teams like Chivas and Athletic Club to development-focused sides like Altinordu and Paksi, we examine football clubs that employ a homegrown-only policy.
In 1939, American writer Ernest Vincent...
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The Fake Football Shirt Epidemic
Counterfeit and unlicensed football kits have always been around — but as the cost of authentic shirts continues to rise, so has the prevalence of fakes.
Football shirts are a...
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Alex Freeman: A Breakout Star
In his first full season as a first-team player, Alex Freeman has emerged as one of the brightest young stars in MLS and a USMNT regular.
It isn't easy being...
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USMNT Roster Thoughts: The Strongest Squad in Quite Some Time
Mauricio Pochettino called in 26 players for the USMNT’s upcoming matches against Ecuador and Australia. We break down the new list of names and how Pochettino may line up...
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The Best Moments at the San Siro, Milan’s Iconic Stadium at a Crossroads
One of the world’s most celebrated football stadiums could soon be lost, as Inter Milan and AC Milan have been approved to purchase the San Siro site and build...
