The 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup kicked off over the weekend, so naturally we graded every kit set to take the pitch this season.
At this point it’s not even a lukewarm take to say that the NWSL has been churning...
What motivates a sports franchise to rebrand and essentially perform a complete identity overhaul? Making radical changes to its name, logo, and image is a major undertaking, but one that allows a repositioning of its brand. This is typically...
Pro football clubs getting into the fashion scene is nothing new. But a streetwear brand looking to create a pro team? Okito Brand and OKITO FC have created a man-bites-dog situation that certainly has our attention.
Over the past decade,...
Coffee and soccer are enjoyed by millions of people around the world — often at the same time. Upstart coffee label Kickoff Coffee Co. is blending both pastimes while also donating 10% of proceeds to organizations that use the...
Since its introduction in 2014, the adidas Spezial line has been a consistent, albeit relatively quiet hit for The Three Stripes. We take a look at its origins, as well as some of the best releases over the past...
With plenty of new projects to parse through from established vets and up-and-comers alike, we take a look at some of the best football bars from British rap this year.
The presence of British rap in the American music scene...
Nowadays it can be challenging to stand out as a small streetwear brand in the soccer fashion space. But FC Palestina manages to do just that with sleek retro-inspired designs in absolutely brilliant colorways. And the shirts bring attention...
One of the most common criticisms in regards to soccer in America is the lack of a promotion and relegation system that is quite common across much of Europe, South America, and most other parts of the world. Despite...
Ahead of the 2021 MLS season, staff writers Jeremy Rist and Kyle Scoble explore how the league can entice a larger audience by upgrading its TV broadcasts.
MLS has a TV problem. We all know the ratings have been down,...
While it may seem like a good idea on paper, adding a second division to the Canada soccer landscape now could potentially be catastrophic.
In the past few weeks, rumors of a new Canadian second division have been swirling around,...
It's that time of year again. Spring is in the air, pre-season training is underway, and a new MLS season is almost upon us. Which also means new kit drops. We looked at the 2021 MLS kits released so...
We're all for unique and out-of-the-box shirts. But sometimes, kit designers go too far...
The rise of the replica kit hasn’t shown any signs of slowing since the concept was first introduced to the football-going public in the 1970s. Admiral...
Earlier this season, it was rumored Serie A giants Inter Milan could end their 26-year kit sponsorship with tire manufacturer Pirelli. Unfortunately last week both companies officially confirmed the news, signaling the end of an era. We decided to...
Last Thursday, Oakland Roots held a virtual media day ahead of their inaugural season in the USL Championship. We were in attendance as head coach Dario Pot, technical director Jordan Ferrell, and several players were made available to the...
One of the foremost authorities when it comes to retro football collections, the COPA portfolio features countless clubs and national teams from across the globe. We got to highlight a handful of those collections, along with some of the...
There's a certain level of criticism regarding the state of the beautiful game in the United States that is fair. However, when unsuccessful players from Generation Y (millennials) or Generation Z lob complaints about the development system or soccer...
Here is our latest Urban Pitch Anonymous Mailbag, where we answer your unfiltered questions and replies to our stories or any particular issues and topics in soccer and culture today.
One of the biggest stories in soccer and the sports...
Location, location, location. Forget lavish villas on oceanfront property — small squares on football shirts are some of the most coveted and expensive areas in the world. We take a look at the history and evolution of football kit sponsors,...
Both celebratory and introspective, the Netflix Pelé documentary offers unique context behind an oft-discussed soccer icon.
Everyone knows who Pelé is. But his eponymous documentary that hit Netflix last week gives us a more personal look at the legend, and even...
With just over a year until it makes its long-anticipated NWSL debut, it's an exciting time for Angel City FC. We take a look at how the club has generated a solid buzz despite not yet having an official...
