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Why Clint Dempsey is the True USMNT GOAT
Many if not all United States men's national team fans are familiar with Clint Dempsey's fantastic career. But as the Nacogdoches, Texas native retired in 2018, newer fans of...
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The Seattle Sounders Rebrand: A Diehard Fan’s Reaction
To celebrate the club's 50th anniversary, the Seattle Sounders introduced a set of new logos and colors earlier this week. Urban Pitch resident Sounders fan Kyle Scoble gives his...
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Surprises and Disappointments of the 2023 MLS Season
As the 2023 MLS Season comes to a wrap, we take a look at some of the biggest surprises and disappointments throughout the year.
Another year, more MLS drama. From...
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It’s Put Up or Shut Up Time for Christian Pulisic
At 25, the talented but inconsistent American is back to his former self, mixing a handful of great games with endless matches where he is a non-factor.
In one of...
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How Fulham-Brentford Evolved Into One of the Most Heated Derbies in West London
In what has recently reignited into a fierce rivalry, we take a look at the evolution of Fulham vs. Brentford over the years.
Arsenal vs. Tottenham and West Ham vs....
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What We Learned From the USMNT’s Latest Wins, and a Look Ahead to A Pair of Highly Anticipated Matches
Gregg Berhalter’s side earned two sleepy wins over two overmatched opponents. What, if anything, did we learn from the USMNT’s September friendlies?
And he has returned! Like a bad Star...
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Is Diego Kochen the Next Great American Goalkeeper?
Already cracking FC Barcelona's first team at 17, many have pegged Diego Kochen as the next installment in an illustrious line of American goalkeepers — should he choose to...
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Manchester United: A Curse of Their Own Creation
Too big to fail? It's been quite some time since Manchester United has reached the pinnacle of club football. We examine the so-called "curse" upon the club, one that...
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The USWNT is a Victim of A Stagnant Federation
The United States women's national team crashed and burned in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, putting in its worst performance ever. Is it a matter of just changing...
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The Canadian Golden Generation That Isn’t
Of all three host nations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, the biggest question marks surround Canada and a federation in complete disarray.
In May 2020, Canada and its...
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‘The Voice of the Game’: An Engaging Look at the Godfather of US Soccer Coaching
The most prominent American managers today can all trace their lineage back to one man — Manfred Schellscheidt. The Voice of the Game, the latest documentary from Soccertown Media, is an...
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Diving Into the Canadian Premier League Experiment
Now in its fifth season, we take a look at how the Canadian Premier League has grown, and what it can do to thrive in a highly competitive sports...
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The Search for the USWNT’s Next Manager
There are many questions surrounding the USWNT, but perhaps the loudest one is, who will be the next to take the helm?
That the United States women’s national team will...
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Should MLS Have More Neutral Site Matches?
Few and far between in the United States, hosting significant matches at a neutral site adds a new sense of intrigue and vibe. But is MLS fandom nationwide enough...
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Lionel Messi’s Impact on the Leagues Cup
The Argentine superstar was a big reason for the success of the Leagues Cup, but diving deeper, MLS is cashing in on the vast soccer audience of the United...
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Neymar’s Move to Al-Hilal: A New Chapter in Football History
With Neymar's transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal complete, we take a look at his career thus far, and the history he's made along the way.
Neymar’s European adventure...
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The 2023 Women’s World Cup By the Numbers
Not only did the 2023 Women's World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand break multiple records worldwide, but it also marked the biggest women's soccer event we have...
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Roc Nation’s Italian Dream
With Roc Nation and Serie A officially partnering up ahead of the 2023-24 season, we take a look at the agency's quest to take the football world by storm.
Serie...
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Seattle Sounders: A Changing of the Guard?
The Seattle Sounders are still one of, if not, the flagship team of Major League Soccer. But an aging core and an ever changing spending market in MLS could...
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A New Era at Birmingham City FC
With a new ownership group that looks to be serious about rebuilding the club, we take a look at the recent transformation of Birmingham City FC that has fans...
