Urban Hype
The Best Derbies in the UEFA Champions League Knockout Stages
With the Derby della Madonnina taking place in this year's UEFA Champions League semifinals, we take a look back at other fierce rivalry matches in the tournament's knockout rounds.
Marco...
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An Imperfect Storm: The End of the Messi-PSG Era
With Lionel Messi's time in Paris all but over, we reflect on his tumultuous two-year stint in the City of Lights.
Six months ago, we saw Lionel Messi’s triumphant crowning...
Photography
A Different Shade of Red: The Passion Behind Osasuna and Their Quest For Their First Major Trophy
Take a trip with us to Pamplona, where we see how some of Europe's most fiery fans prepare for a potential landmark moment: Osasuna's first ever major trophy. The...
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Another Story About Wrexham: How the Club Fills a Glaring Need in the United States
Wrexham FC has successfully entered American mainstream sports. And while many Stateside fans are critical of those who support the Welsh club over their local teams, Wrexham has fulfilled...
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Marcelo Bielsa Has His Next Challenge
Sixty-seven-year-old Marcelo Bielsa is ready for his next adventure — the Uruguay national team.
As the end of United States men's national team head coach Gregg Berhalter's contract drew nearer,...
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Independiente del Valle Is the New School of South American Football
In just nine years, Ecuadorian side Independiente del Valle has reached feats that few thought possible, and has positioned itself as one of the best in the region and...
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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...
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MLS’ Place in Football’s Rich List
With over half of the league among the world's 50 most valuable football clubs, MLS teams are financially punching above their weight class. We look into how they have...
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5 Storylines We Have Our Eyes On At This Year’s Women’s Champions League final
The current season of the Women's Champions League has already seen many highlights and new records, and at least one more will follow when Barcelona and Wolfsburg face off...
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The Spanish Media’s (Not-So) Shocking Coverage of the Racism Towards Vinicius Jr.
After yet another display of racism towards Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior, many fans and fellow players have come out in support. The media coverage in Spain however, told...
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Does the TST 7v7 League Have Legs?
With $1 million on the line, the upcoming TST certainly has high stakes — but does it have enough juice to move the needle? We take a look at...
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MLS Salaries: The Bargains and Busts
After the MLS Players Union put out the salaries for the 2023 season, one of the glaring signs is the amount of money being tossed around for ineffective players,...
Fashion
The Unique Connection Between CHARLY and Club León
When it comes to kit suppliers and teams, few have a connection with more overlap than CHARLY and Club León. We take a look into the partnership’s history and...
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The Latest West Brom Fan Protest: Is the Chinese Government to Blame?
In the latest chapter of the West Bromwich Albion fans vs. ownership saga, it has recently been brought to light that there could be a significant amount of Chinese...
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The Off-the-Pitch Implications of the 2023 UEFA Champions League Final
The 2023 UEFA Champions League final is wrought with drama on the pitch, but the perspective from outside of the lines is perhaps more compelling. From the financial disparity...
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Folarin Balogun: The USMNT’s Missing Piece?
Though the United States men's national team boasts a bevy of rising talent hitting their athletic primes, there has been one glaring spot left to fill — a striker....
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Anthony Hudson Walks, BJ Callaghan Steps In: What’s Next for the USMNT Manager Role?
A former college goalkeeper in his first stint as a head coach is the latest unknown to take over the USMNT, with the program taking its time to name...
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MLS is Ready for Lionel Messi; Inter Miami, Not So Much
The announcement from the best soccer player of all time that he would be continuing his career in Major League Soccer has sent shockwaves across the world. At the...
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Where Manchester City Stacks Up Amongst Other European Treble Winners
Manchester City's UEFA Champions League triumph over the weekend put the club in rarified air — it's only the eighth time a men's European club has won a domestic...
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Scant Room for the Little Guy as San Diego Loyal Brace for the Arrival of an MLS Franchise
In 2025, the new San Diego franchise is scheduled to begin play as the 30th team in Major League Soccer. The latest step in the league's ambitious expansion efforts...
