Uruguay wear four stars above their crest, and while the symbol sparks debate in many corners of the football world, it also serves as a reminder that the sport’s history stretches far beyond the modern FIFA era.
Football, whether many...
Everywhere he went, he made his mark. These are five kits that defined Zlatan Ibrahimovic's career.
"When you buy me, you are buying a Ferrari. If you drive a Ferrari you put premium petrol in the tank, you hit...
We throw it back 10 years to reminisce on the best of soccer and culture from 2016.
It's been a viral trend all over social media, so we hopped on it and took a look back at 2016 — where...
We can't (or won't) tell if these signings will be good or not, but we certainly can say what kind of vibes they bring to the table.
The winter transfer window has officially come and gone. And while the Euro...
Of the 40 all-time USMNT World Cup goals, these are the best.
The United States men's national team has a modest World Cup history, participating in just 11 of the 22 total tournaments since its inception in 1930. There...
If you’re not watching Serie A right now, you’re missing one of the best comeback stories in modern football. Long labeled as slow and defensive, Italy’s top flight has reinvented itself, blending attacking intent, tactical depth, and smart squad...
What does it feel like to always root for the away team? That's what Ray An, Josh Lee, and Emanuel Hahn explore with their upcoming Korea, Away docu-series.
Born from their love for soccer and dual national experience, Ray An,...
Representing Senegal at the senior level and France at the youth level, Ricardo Faty has close ties to both nations who'll be squaring off in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. He gives his thoughts on the...
Last August, we earmarked a handful of young players to have breakout years. Now halfway through the season, how are those picks looking?
In a world of hot takes and bold predictions, it's easy to spew incendiary comments without holding...
One of the greatest voices to ever grace the sport, Martin Tyler's dulcet tones have soundtracked some of the greatest football moments over the past 51 years. But legendary as his career has been, Tyler is far from finished.
June...
A well-traveled career that has seen stops in Brazil, Portugal, Sweden, France, and England, Neto Borges shares insight into his career arc and his goals with Bristol City in 2026.
Since being promoted to the EFL Championship a decade ago,...
Mexico’s defensive anchor has quietly become one of the most important figures in a rebuilding national team. As El Tri prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, César Montes may not arrive with the spotlight on him, but his...
Sharing everything from his new NYC escapades to tips for up-and-coming journalists, Favian Renkel makes a triumphant return to the Urban Pitch Podcast.
"If you don't celebrate your wins, then no one else will."
Longtime friend of the podcast Favian Renkel...
With just Vancouver and Toronto receiving host duties in Canada for the 2026 World Cup, we break down what to expect at each stadium this summer.
It wasn't necessarily a surprise, but Canada only receiving two host cities for the...
Eric Wynalda spoke with Urban Pitch about his approach to youth development with the Wynalda Soccer Academy, and in typical “Waldo” fashion, the former USMNT striker was an open book and did not hold back.
Eric Wynalda has never been...
From long-awaited projects to new music from rising stars, we count down our most anticipated album drops for 2026.
2026 has long been circled by soccer fans as a landmark year. Of course, the summer will see the biggest World...
With so much talent on display at AFCON 2025, we break down some of the top young performers that may very well be the stars of the future.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has given us so many memorable...
From tinto de verano to bold predictions for 2026, we get into it all on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast.
Wine and Sprite? Don't knock it 'til you try it! Lionel Messi moved the wine and spirits...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada will feature 16 venues across the three nations. We continue our series which breaks down each host stadium, this time heading to Mexico.
While Mexico is historically the...
From the "Rodman Rule" in the NWSL to the preparation for pro/rel in the USL, these are the biggest non-World Cup storylines we're looking forward to most in 2026.
2026 will surely be dominated by the World Cup, but that...
