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For the Black Army Supporters Group, Passion, Unity, and the Search for a Club Worthy of Repping L.A.
By many accounts, The Black Army 1850 is your dream supporters group—endlessly energetic, fiercely loyal, with an incredible repertoire of 80s New Wave parody songs they'll croon at the top of their lungs ...
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The Roundup: Plenty of Heat to End the Summer
FOMO is real. Stay up to date with our monthly Roundup series, which highlights some of the biggest and best freestyle, futsal and street football events both in the...
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The Refreshing Chaos of International Football
As the summer of football continues to unfold, we've seen a mass amount of chaos throughout both the Copa America and EURO tournaments. But the frantic play and stunning...
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An Icon’s Return: Grading Notable Stars’ Second Stints With Their Famed Clubs
In light of Gianluigi Buffon's return to Juventus and rumors around more legends returning to their former clubs, we decided to take a look back at other similar second...
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The Stars Behind the Stars: Barça Femení’s ‘Unsung’ Heroes
With a roster chock full of bonafide superstars, it's hard to say that anyone on FC Barcelona Femení is "unsung." However, a series of injuries have forced a crop...
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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...
Fashion
A Look Back at Paul Pogba’s Most Iconic Looks
With the recent unveiling of the first-ever Paul Pogba signature Predator, we take a look back at the French phenom's greatest looks, from his early days as a wunderkind...
Fashion
The PUMA ULTRA 1.3 Reveal Once Again Shows the Brand’s Commitment to Pushing Boundaries
More than just an updated silhouette, the PUMA ULTRA 1.3 comes in both a unisex and women-specific fit, a first from the brand. We were in attendance at last week's...
Art
Andy Brassell’s ‘Football Murals’ is an Atypical Celebration of the Game’s Most Iconic Street Art
The football mural is a curious aspect of the beautiful game — not just for its oftentimes massive scale and immense beauty, but also for its tangibility in an...
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The Confusing Politics of Jersey Sponsorships
The rules and regulations around football kit sponsors continuously evolve, especially around industries of vice like alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. But where is the moral line drawn on what...
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How Carlo Ancelotti’s Autobiography Foretold His Future Success
Despite all of the chaos surrounding his club, Carlo Ancelotti recently guided Real Madrid to one of the more improbable Champions League titles in recent memory. While it might've...
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The Best Starting XI From Each of the World’s Top Football Brands
When talking about big names in the beautiful game, there is always a sponsorship attached. Thanks to savvy marketing and memorable signature boots, we all know who just about...
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Five Burning Questions Surrounding the USMNT Ahead of the 2022 World Cup
After two abysmal games against Japan and Saudi Arabia, the USMNT left many fans and pundits with more questions than answers heading into the highly anticipated 2022 World Cup.
It...
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Can MLS Avoid the Perils of Over-Expansion?
While it's impossible to deny MLS' recent growth, how much is too much? We take a look at how the league can avoid the blandness that often comes with...
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New York Supporters’ Groups Band Together to Combat COVID-19
Through the New York Kicks Coronavirus campaign, The Big Apple's most fervent soccer fans are raising funds for NYC Health & Hospitals to aid in the fight against COVID-19.
On...
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Five Things Mauricio Pochettino and the USMNT Must Accomplish in 2025
Mauricio Pochettino has a few key tasks ahead of him in 2025 when it comes to the USMNT. The Argentine manager still faces several questions and goals as his...
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A Look at Francesco Totti’s Elite 8-a-Side Club, and Its Fantastic Kits
Playing in an elite 8-a-side league full of former pros, we take a look at the Francesco Totti-led Totti Weese and their spiffy new kits.
“What we do now echoes...
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Pocket Watching: The Salaries of the Top 15 MLS Prospects
With the league's salaries recently disclosed, we get into our nosy bags and take a look at what the top 15 MLS prospects are making.
On May 17, the MLSPA...
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Tango League Pyro Storm Brings the Heat To Los Angeles
Yet another Tango League event was held at The Base LA over the weekend, this one signifying the recent release of the Adidas Pyro Storm pack. The fast-paced 14-team...
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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....
