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Matchday @ MARZ Brewery

Mars Brewery in Chicago's McKinley Park neighborhood is quickly becoming one of the most exciting venues for soccer culture on the South Side. The space has hosted a range of Chicago Fire FC supporter groups—including Sector Latino, Las Adulcetias, and La Marga—and continues to collaborate with local soccer and design collectives like Lupen FC, Sidewalk FC, Crossbar Collective, and Stay True Supply.

Iron Cafe - Footy Popup

The Iron Cafe —a thoughtfully designed coffee and food experience on 37th Street and Iron in the Bridgeport neighborhood—draws inspiration from its owner's time living in Copenhagen, Denmark. Recently @___crossbar___ @sidewalk_fc , and @staytruesupply combined forces to host a Pop Up with some of the collection remaining up front for a more semi-permanent location.

Crossbar - The Sweet Dink

Crossbar is a collaborative design company rooted in community engagement, sustainability, and creativity. Committed to upcycling, recycling, and innovative design, Crossbar blends the joy of life and football to inspire meaningful connections.

Avondale Collective - Winter Pop-Up Bazaar

I attended the recent Crossbar Collective Winter Pop-Up Bazaar in Chicago, and once again, it was a beautifully curated space that reflected the group's passion for football. So many things caught my eye—here are a few of my favorites!

Chicago Fire + Saturdays Football - 2025 Municipal Kit Launch Party

The Chicago Fire FC and Saturday's Football recently hosted an event to celebrate the release of the 2025 Municipal Kit. There was support from Revolution Brewery, House Call DJs, Monday Coffee, and more! It was elbow to elbow for most of the afternoon and an incredibly successful showing of support.

Passing Pattern - 10 Questions

Passing Pattern is an exciting independent magazine based in Chicago that takes a local approach to covering soccer culture while fostering an appreciation for the global game. I had the opportunity to sit down with the magazine’s creator, Alex Tsanov, to discuss the vision and goals behind his project.

Chicago Vintage Festival

The Chicago Vintage Festival took place from October 18th to 20th at 18th & Blue Island in Pilsen. This unique three-day event showcased local businesses and featured a remarkable collection of vintage soccer kits, adding a unique touch for football enthusiasts.

Stay True Supply - Styles of Danger

Stay True Supply is an exciting football brand that strives to capture the aesthetic of music, film, and entertainment to deliver impactful designs reflecting a passion for innovation.

Sidewalk FC - Way of the Walk

Sidewalk FC works within the community to raise awareness of soccer in Chicago. Rarely does a week go by without Sidewalk FC collaborating with local businesses, organizing a viewing party, curating a retail experiences and supporting the community through countless fundraising efforts.

Chicago: Adidas Originals

I took a stroll up the block to check out the latest releases at the Adidas Originals shop. This time, the collection had a strong focus on Argentina, featuring Messi's signature Samba's, Boca Juniors and River Plate warmups, and even gear for the national team. There were also a few other international surprises to round out the lineup.