Tag: mls
Spencer Richey Joins the Urban Pitch Podcast! Plus: Sports’ Gambling Problem
10-year MLS veteran Spencer Richey joins the latest Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his post-soccer career in the world of real estate.
Most athletes retire...
The Best Cinderella Runs in the MLS Cup Playoffs
With the MLS Cup Playoffs in full swing, we look back at some of the most improbable deep runs in league history.
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Yevhen Cheberko Has Found a Home With the Columbus Crew
27-year-old defender Yevhen Cheberko is playing the best soccer of his career. We catch up with the Columbus Crew defender to discuss his origins...
Malik Henry Joins the Urban Pitch Podcast
Fresh off his rookie season, Toronto FC midfielder Malik Henry discusses his wild journey to becoming a pro and creating beats for artists like...
Major League Blackout: How MLS Has Shut Out Local Reporters From...
FC Cincinnati beat reporter Laurel Pfahler called out MLS regarding the league's non-existent practices when it comes to giving journalists locker room access and...
The Urban Pitch Podcast: MLS Superlatives With Favian Renkel
As the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs are upon us, we break down the 2025 season with the help of Urban Pitch contributor and MLS...
SNAPPED: A Eulogy for RBNY’s Now-Dead Playoff Streak
The New York Red Bulls have missed the playoffs for the first time in 15 seasons. But while that postseason streak may seem impressive...
Can Jackson Hopkins Steer DC United Back to Glory?
A rare bright spot in DC United's 2025 season, Jackson Hopkins could be the latest homegrown star for the Black and Red.
When Jackson Hopkins...
Inter Miami: MLS Cup or Bust, and the Future of Messi...
With the recent retirement announcements of Spanish superstars Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, Inter Miami are looking to end a disappointing 2025 campaign on...
Alex Freeman: A Breakout Star
In his first full season as a first-team player, Alex Freeman has emerged as one of the brightest young stars in MLS and a...
Inside the MLS Golden Boot Race with Bradley Wright-Phillips
As the MLS Golden Boot race reaches its final stretch, league legend and two-time winner Bradley Wright-Phillips gives his insight on the favorites to...
MLS Legacy Coaches: Is There Still One More Run for These...
As the 2025 offseason approaches, several MLS clubs could be in the market for new leadership. This raises the question: what’s become of the...
A (Slightly Bonkers) Young American Transfer Wishlist
With top American talents in MLS looking to make a move to Europe ahead of next year's World Cup, we pitch ideal situations for...
Luis Suarez’s Latest Meltdown is his Worst Yet
To the naked eye, Luis Suarez's latest spat pales in comparison to some of his previous controversies. But it's actually among the worst of...
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...
Beau Leroux: MLS’s Best Rookie
Though his path to the San Jose Earthquakes wasn't exactly straightforward, Beau Leroux has made an immediate impact with his hometown club throughout his...
World Cup Royalty in MLS: The Good, the Bad, and the...
Can you name all 19 World Cup winners to play in MLS?
When Rodrigo De Paul put pen to paper and signed with Inter Miami,...
Dax McCarty on MLS Expansion and San Diego FC’s Hot Start
With nearly two decades in MLS across multiple teams, Dax McCarty has seen just about everything — including what it's like to play for...
The Rise of ‘Popcorn Soccer’: Spectacle Over Tradition
Soccer is at a crossroads. From La Liga trying to stage competitive matches in the United States to Serie A’s aggressive push for American...
The Columbus Crew: The Platonic Ideal of What MLS Should Be
The Columbus Crew were first in many things within the world of MLS. From building stadiums to player transfers to becoming a symbol of...
