Urban Hype
Club World Cup: CONCACAF Player Stock Watch — Who’s Rising, Who’s Falling
One match through the Club World Cup group stage, we examine which CONCACAF players have stepped up, and which have faltered.
The Club World Cup has officially kicked off, and...
Fashion
Adidas Earth Storm: How Does It Stack Up With the Rest?
Released last week, Adidas' new Earth Storm pack follows the footsteps of the previous Pyro and Ocean Storm drops from earlier this year. However, the more neutral and subdued...
Urban Hype
The Redemption of Antoine Griezmann
A wonderkind-turned-transfer-flop has now returned to his top tier form. This is Antoine Griezmann's slight return.
Redemption stories are one of the many beauties of sport. Whether it’s a...
Urban Hype
MLS at 30: The 15 Best Managers in League History
From early pioneers to culture-shaping leaders, these coaches left an undeniable mark on MLS.
We continue our MLS at 30 series by focusing on the men on the sidelines —...
Urban Hype
Which Clubs Will be Happiest With the World Cup’s Early Exits?
As we hit the later rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the upcoming 2026-27 club season draws ever nearer. We take a look the clubs that may selfishly...
Urban Hype
Lorenzo Insigne and Toronto’s Love for Its Superstars
The latest star to make his move from Europe to MLS, it looks all but certain that Lorenzo Insigne will join Toronto FC this summer. We take a look...
Urban Hype
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
Kits By Association: 5 Club/Country Crossovers We’d Love to See
As new kit season continues to both surprise and disappoint us, we explore the idea of clubs using their team identities and player nationalities as inspiration for their jerseys.
Many...
Urban Hype
Shady Meetings, Court Battles and the Metaverse: The Spectre of the European Super League Has Not Gone Away
Remember the European Super League? While many believe it to have been banished for good, its spirit continues to lurk, and we may see its return come 2023.
On the...
Podcast
Sky Rodriguez Joins the Urban Pitch Podcast
From Cruz Azul to the Puerto Rican national team, Sky Rodriguez's well-traveled career has left her with some incredibly entertaining stories to tell.
Growing up in Southern California, Sky Rodriguez...
Fashion
Football Boot Technology Is Seeing an Exponential Growth Curve
As data collection, gaming, and design are undergoing significant advancement, it's no wonder that football boot technology is progressing along the same lines. We take a look at recent...
Urban Hype
Descending the Pyramid: Phoenix Rising FC’s Star-Studded Ascension
Highlighting the most compelling lower division teams in the United States, our Descending the Pyramid series continues with Phoenix Rising, one of the most dominant teams in the USL...
Urban Hype
Copenhagen Panna House to Host One-of-a-Kind Pannahouse Invitationals, Featuring World’s Elite Street Talent
The Pannahouse Invitationals is the world's premiere panna competition for high-level street footballers and panna specialists. Returning for a second year, the tournament features 1v1 and 3v3 play for...
Urban Hype
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...
Fashion
The Footy-Hoops Crossover Phenomenon
As soccer's influence on American culture continues to rise, we've seen an increased amount of crossovers between the beautiful game and basketball.
Last week, Nike unveiled a new edition of...
Fashion
The History of Blue at Manchester United
With a fantastic retro-inspired blue away kit for the 2024-25 season, we take a look at Manchester United's frequent usage of blue kits, and some of the most memorable...
Freestyle
Rookies and Pros Vie for UK and Ireland Freestyle Titles at AFFO
The Atlantic Freestyle Football Open takes place in several coastal cities throughout the UK. Now in its second year, the competition offers a chance for both beginners and pros to compete...
Urban Hype
Adidas Launches The Base LA Today Featuring Street Football in Urban Culture
WHAT: The Base LA
FEATURES: 5v5 Pickup Futsal, Sports Lounge, Copa America / UEFA Euro Screenings, Featured Art + Live DJs and Music
WHERE: Container Yard, 800 E 4th St, Los Angeles,...
Urban Hype
Premier League 2022-23: Early Bird Predictions and What to Make of the USMNT Players This Season
The English Premier League is back. We get a proper preview of the world's top flight with the help of ESPN Argentina research analyst and EPL expert Rosario Pompizzi.
After...
Fashion
Year in Review: The 10 Best and Worst Kits of 2023
Take a trip back throughout the year with us as we review some of the most incredible and disappointing football kits that released in 2023.
It's no secret that we...
