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Messi is officially (at least for now) retired from international football, while Cristiano Ronaldo's histrionics got him a (self-approved) suspension from the Portugal national team. While the two generational superstars couldn't have more different conclusions to their careers, it's clear that the world of soccer is finally entering a world with them in the rearview mirror and not at the center. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we discuss why it's so hard for players to move on, the increasing amount of retired players in all sports criticizing the current state of affairs in their respective sports, and what we can look forward to in a post-Messi/Ronaldo world. (01:36) Lionel Messi's farewell game (05:00) Ronaldo's manifesto and the fallout (12:53) Retired players still living in the past and the evolution of the sport (31:25) The next generation of the USMNT Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The last few World Cup cycles haven't been exactly a breeze for both the USMNT and USWNT. On the women's side, the U.S. is no longer the clear cut best team in the world like it once was, with nations like Spain, England, and Japan all making a case for the throne. For the men, it's been a wave of instability as the team has gone through coaching changes, player feuds, and the pressure of unrealistic expectations set by fans and the media. However, both teams are now in a pretty good space, all things considered. The USWNT has been a deadly force since the disappointing early exit at the 2023 World Cup under manager Emma Hayes, with a good mix of exciting youth and experienced veterans. The USMNT re-signed Mauricio Pochettino for four more years, and the Argentine manager will look to fully sculpt the squad in his vision with more time and sway than he had in his abbreviated first World Cup cycle. We dive into why each team should be optimistic heading in to their next World Cup, in addition to other headlines from around the world of soccer on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast! Timestamps (05:30) Angel City FC's surge (10:00) The future of the USWNT (16:53) The USMNT's fantastic international window (31:00) Cristiano Ronaldo's tumultuous exit from the Portugal national team (39:54) UEFA and CONCACAF Nations League updates Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From pro athlete to strength coach to agent, author, and entrepreneur, there are few, if any, facets of the sports world that Brittany Gilman hasn't seen. She joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her diverse career that has brought her to the snowboard halfpipe, the USC football weight room, and some of the biggest sporting events in the world. (02:35) Brittany's background as a pro snowboarder (15:15) Becoming a strength coach for USC football during their golden age (22:39) Going from American football to global football (30:50) Being a woman in a male dominated field Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The shortlist for both the men's and women's Ballons d'Or have been released, and the crew dives into who should win each award, along with the nebulous subjective criteria that always seems to get the people debating. Timestamps (02:15) The Ballon d'Or race: What does the award really mean? (11:17) The women's race (19:32) The men's race Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the USL proposing to implement promotion and relegation by 2028, there's been plenty talk of whether the country is ready for such a massive change to the soccer landscape. To help us discuss the topic, we bring back one of our favorite soccer creators in the game, Adi Azran! (02:57) Adi's post-World Cup experience (12:09) Daejon Love and scammers across sports (19:42) Will pro/rel move the needle in American soccer? (46:08) What's next for Adi Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scoring over 100 goals in six seasons with Monterrey, recently retired striker Christina Burkenroad leaves the club as one of the best players in its storied history. She returns to the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her success in Mexico, differences between Liga Femenil and the NWSL, and what lies ahead of her in her post-playing career. *Editors note: Due to a technical error, the audio on Julio's mic did not record properly. We apologize for the lower quality. (02:35) Finding a home in Liga MX Femenil with Monterrey (22:45) The added investment into Rayadas since she's joined the team (27:57) Getting to play for the Mexico national team (33:48) Announcing her retirement and what went into the decision (41:24) The future of youth soccer in the United States (49:27) Why she's so excited about MLS Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another season, another crop of kit releases to parse through. From hipster favs to big time flops, we break down the best and worst kit designs across European football! (02:18) Our overall thoughts on the 2026-27 kit drops (05:55) Our favorite kits (12:10) Thoughts on the kits from our favorite teams (25:55) Which league had the best kits? (31:21) Nike vs. adidas and other standout brands (39:13) The worst kits Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you!#adventure For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a brief summer respite, the Urban Pitch Podcast is back! We get back into all of the latest soccer headlines, including the Leagues Cup, MLS Archive Collection, and more! Timestamps 04:51 The ongoing summer of soccer: MLS and Leagues Cup 14:00 The new MLS Archive Collection 30:40 Messi's heartbreaking loss, and the constant Ronaldo debate 36:41 The NWSL and the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. #ad For any personal injuries ranging from car and truck accidents to wrongful death or property damage, call David Sandoval (tag social media account) from the Law Offices of Kim, Au, and Associates at 323-793-2122. Be sure to tell him Urban Pitch sent you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a whirlwind six weeks, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end. We break down the tense final between Spain and Argentina, review the chaotic halftime show, and discuss where the 2026 edition lands in the pantheon of World Cup history on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast. Timestamps 02:00 The 2026 World Cup Final 11:45 Reviewing the halftime show 25:21 Where does this World Cup stand amongst the rest? 36:25 The future of soccer in America Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final four teams. We break down each nation's chance of winning it all, before giving an exit review for both the United States and Mexico. Joining us to help out is a returning guest, EatPrayBall's Matt Marshall! Timestamps (0:00:55) Breaking down the final four teams at the 2026 World Cup (0:41:41) Why Mexico leaves the tournament in a much better spot than the United States Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Growing up in LA, Lily Nabet didn't foresee pro soccer in her future — but here she is, preparing for her sixth season in the pro ranks. She made the move from NWSL side Angel City FC to the USL Super League's Carolina Ascent at the beginning of the calendar year, and she's found a new home in a familiar place, as she played collegiately at Duke. She joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her career journey, Persian background, and thoughts on the 2026 World Cup. (01:20) World Cup fever in the U.S. and the tough breaks for the Iran national team (07:49) Growing up Persian in Los Angeles (10:30) Getting drafted by Angel City FC and her college experience at Duke (19:00) Going to the USL Super League and differences between the NWSL (24:33) Getting into fashion and her personal style (34:09) The upcoming USL Super League season with Carolina Ascent (40:26) What Lily's been listening to Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's not always we get to sit down with a legend in the game, but when we do, we make it count. From nutmegging Neymar and winning countless street and freestyle football tournaments to creating a new sport with UBF 1v1, Séan Garnier has mastered his craft and stayed on top of the game for longer than most in the space. He joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his journey in football, the latest UBF 1v1 tour, and why France has the world's best ballers. 00:54 Séan's World Cup experience 05:53 His longevity in the game and understanding his purpose 13:15 Creating UBF 1v1 29:15 Séan's relationship with Red Bull 34:53 His playlist and final shoutouts Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're two weeks into the 2026 World Cup, and things couldn't have gotten off to a better start. We may not know what day it is, we may be in a constant state of sleep deprivation, but it's all worth it, because the action on the pitch and in the streets has been incredible to witness. Helping us break down the whirlwind start to the Mundial is New York Times sports and entertainment writer Emmanuel Morgan! We discuss the Mexico-South Korea scenes in LA, the USMNT's hot start, and why Ronaldo is officially washed. (02:26) The crazy scenes from Mexico vs. South Korea (09:30) Which host nation has done the best so far? (17:20) The World Cup final halftime show (22:20) Emmanuel's sports and entertainment coverage for the New York Times (34:00) The USMNT's hot start (40:00) Overall World Cup vibes Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been a whirlwind of a start to the 2026 World Cup, and we're absolutely here for it. Ramsey and Julio break down the biggest moments from the tournament so far, including the USMNT's huge 4-1 win over Paraguay, and the atmosphere both in and out of the stadiums. Timestamps (00:23) World Cup fever and the USMNT's dominant opening match (17:07) Mexico's opening win vs. South Africa and their chances moving forward (24:16) USMNT vs. Australia predictions (27:49) Takeaways from the first few days of the World Cup Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're just over a week removed from the biggest sporting event in the world, and we couldn't be more excited. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we go into the USMNT roster and the subsequent outrage it caused, Pochettino's potential exit following the tournament, and some of the community events that we'll be attending throughout the summer. (00:43) The World Cup is around the corner: USMNT roster takes (14:01) Phone calls vs. emails (19:59) Is Pochettino on his way out? (26:17) World Cup events in the community both past and upcoming Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.