ON THE PITCH

Travis Scott Links with FC Barcelona and Spotify for Limited Cactus Jack Kit

For this year’s El Clásico, FC Barcelona is rocking a limited-edition jersey featuring Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack logo—part of Spotify’s ongoing series connecting global artists with the world’s biggest stage. It’s a first-of-its-kind moment that brings music, football, and streetwear into the same conversation, with La Masia players and the Barça women’s squad also repping the look. 

MORE ON THE PITCH

Dallas has a new USL Club and it’s 🔥

Atlético Dallas is a movement built for and by the community. Rooted in Dallas, but with eyes on the world, they’re crest is making a statement for them, check out the unique breakdown on their site.

THE BEAUTIFUL GAME

Football Case Study releases first photo book titled Observations

Their first self-published photo book features 344 pages of photography capturing the cultural nuances of the global game. Presented through the lens of their 11 Members, Observations marks a further step in the mission to help people understand the world through football; taking you to the communities shaped by, and shaping, the game.

MORE BEAUTIFUL GAME

Raúl Jiménez Is Still Writing the Playbook for Mexican Greatness in Europe

Raúl Jiménez reflects on his journey from Tepeji to the Premier League spotlight, embracing every high, low, and record-breaking moment along the way. He speaks on representing Mexico with pride, pushing through injury, and staying grounded in family and faith. For Jiménez, it’s never been just about goals—it’s about flying the flag and showing what’s possible.

STYLE

Trinity Rodman for Oakley

Trinity Rodman is front and center in Oakley’s latest campaign, bringing the heat as the face of their revival of the iconic Straight Jacket 99 sunglasses. The retro frames, first made famous in the late ’90s, get a bold reintroduction through Rodman’s fearless style and on-field presence—bridging eras and proving once again that she’s not just shaping the future of women’s soccer, she’s redefining what it looks like.

MOVES

NBA HOF’er Jason Kidd joins Everton owership group

NBA legend Jason Kidd is officially part of Everton’s new ownership group, joining forces with the 777 Partners crew. Known for his court vision, Kidd now brings that same focus to the pitch—marking another crossover move where American influence meets global football tradition. From hardwood to Goodison Park, the game keeps expanding.

MORE MOVES

RSL and Utah Royals land new ownership
Real Salt Lake and the Utah Royals just got new ownership—sold to the Miller family, longtime stewards of the Utah Jazz, in a deal worth $600 million. It’s a power move that keeps the clubs locally rooted while signaling major investment in the state’s growing soccer scene.

THE LIFE

Planning a Successful 2026 World Cup Trip w/ Danny Navarro

Danny Navarro—aka @travelfutbolfan—is linking up with Where Is Football to drop essential travel tips for the 2026 World Cup. Known for travel-hacking his way to matches across continents, Danny’s bringing his on-the-ground insight to help fans navigate host cities, matchdays, and culture like a local. If you’re planning to follow the tournament, these are some insights you’ll want in your back pocket.

WHAT TO WATCH

A Coffee Chat with Jesse Marsch

The homies over at DARBY magazine caught up with Canadian Men’s National team head coach Jesse Marsch to ask him some questions from the DARBY community.

GOOD FOLLOWS

@atletico_dallas - A New Era of Dallas Professional Soccer.

@footballcasestudy - Beautiful football

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