The first thing you hears as you walk towards the ground, across the gravel concourse with several thousand other football fans in this starved soccer town – is the distant beating drums. That constant rhythm is provided by the competing drums of the two Phoenix Rising supporters’ groups down the far end of the newly…

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This season of the USL not only brings new teams but a new competition to the landscape of American soccer. Not a new competition for everyone, but for those teams whose borders come together to form the four corners. The supporter created cup will be awarded to the team with the highest point total from…

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The American Outlaws Phoenix tifo Red White And Blue Redemption at the USMNT January Camp Game at State Farm Stadium

The USMNT January camp, or as USMNT team supporters refer to it “Camp Cupcake”, is viewed as a time when US based men get the opportunity to train and possibly play with the first team. It’s their chance to impress the coach. Why Camp Cupcake? Mainly because it is not a recognized FIFA international break.…

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A Guide To Watching English Football In The U.S. One of the most frequent objections that casual American fans make to watching English Association Football is that they are not familiar with how to watch English Soccer in the United States. In fact, many people believe that there are only a handful of games available…

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Arran Airs A friend of mine, who we’ll simply call “Loser Josh”, became enamored with association football a few years back. His interest has waned some, as his team of choice, Everton, is a spectacularly mundane “mid-table” candidate. Year-in, year-out. He has learned a lot about the game since and now has Arsenal as his…

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Welcome to Across The Pitch, a brand new website and podcast dedicated to bringing the best coverage of English Association Football, commonly referred to as soccer, to fans in the United States. Our shows and blogs will focus on all things English Football. Hosts Phil Kennedy, Arran Airs, and Matt Robards will be bringing you…

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