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Pay-to-Play is Choking US Soccer’s Potential. Youth 4 Youth FC Is Looking to Change That
Like many club soccer teams in the United States, Youth 4 Youth FC provides guidance, training, and college and pro pathways to its players. Unlike its peers however, Youth...
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Urban Pitch Presents: The English Premier League Stock Exchange
Ahead of the 2026-27 English Premier League season, we preview which teams and players whose stocks are worth buying, holding, and selling.
We’re just about two weeks away from the...
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The Fall of the Superclásico, Pt. 2: The Dilemma for Boca Juniors
Continuing our series that examines the struggles faced by both teams in one of the world's biggest rivalries, we now turn to Boca Juniors, and the club's turn since...
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The Fall of the Superclásico, Pt. 1: The River Plate Contradiction
Both River Plate and Boca Juniors are going through one of the most difficult periods of their modern history. Massive spending, coaching carousels, and an apparent struggle to adapt...
Fashion
The Best Italian Kits For the 2026-27 Season
From the blue blood giants to Serie C sleepers, we dive into the best kits across Italian football ahead of the 2026-27 season.
We’re deep into the summer now, and...
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Mauricio Pochettino is Back: What’s On His To-Do List?
U.S. Soccer got their man as Mauricio Pochettino has re-signed to stay on as head coach of the USMNT. Now with a full cycle ahead of him, the Argentine...
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Conspiracy! What Went Down in Argentina’s Locker Room Before the World Cup Final?
Because nothing in the present day in age can be taken at face value, Argentina's flat performance in the 2026 World Cup final has been the subject of various...
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Christian Pulisic’s Next Era
After a disappointing World Cup, Christian Pulisic enters perhaps the most important stage of his career. At 27, the USMNT star is no longer a rising talent for the...
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Why MetLife Stadium Was The Worst Possible Choice to Host the 2026 World Cup Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup was a rousing success, but it wasn't perfect. One standout hiccup was the final venue: New York/New Jersey Stadium, aka MetLife, which simply wasn't...
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What’s Next for Lionel Messi?
The GOAT is now 39. Despite appearing in his third FIFA World Cup final and putting up arguably his best-ever performance at the tournament, it's clear that the end...
Photography
Canada’s Historic World Cup Proves the Nation’s Soccer Future is Now
Typically the most overlooked of the three 2026 World Cup host nations, Canada has an argument to be not just the North American country that was most impacted by...
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Legacy Was Once Unquestionable. Has That Changed?
While Cristiano Ronaldo's impact on both Portuguese and global football is unmistakable, a slew of disappointing performances in the last three major tournaments may have put his otherwise impeccable...
Videos
From Street Ballin’ to Starring in Nike Ads, Mateo Alcantar Represents a Bright Future for American Soccer
From hopping fences to practice on closed pitches to appearing in Nike's blockbuster World Cup campaign, Mateo Alcantar's world changed in a matter of weeks. But he's no overnight...
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The Legacy of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain lifted the trophy, Lionel Messi's era reached its closing chapter, and FIFA walked away richer than ever. From record-breaking attendance and soaring television audiences to unprecedented ticket prices...
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The Winners and Losers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
While Spain is the ultimate champion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there are plenty more winners (and far more losers as well) from the massive tournament.
The 2026 FIFA...
Photography
Football’s Place in Toronto’s Thriving Portuguese Community
We get a closer look at what makes the Portuguese community in Toronto so special.
Portugal is one of the many cultural heartbeats that shape Toronto’s identity. From Brampton...
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MLS is Back: 10 Storylines to Follow Post World Cup Break
The 2026 Major League Soccer is back today after a seven-week break. We dive into some of the biggest narratives we'll have our eyes set on for the second...
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How Argentina Went From Darling to Villain
Through to the 2026 World Cup semifinals via a handful of close calls and fortunate breaks, Argentina is looking to win its fourth straight major title. And while La...
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The Top Moments From the 2026 World Cup Going Into the Semifinals
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Down to the semifinals, the tournament has already produced lasting memories and unforgettable stories, both good and bad.
There are...
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Reviewing the Los Angeles World Cup Experience
With no World Cup matches taking place in Los Angeles for the remainder of the tournament, we look back at what the city had to offer throughout its eight...
