An Ode To Mario Balotelli: Football’s Original Style Icon
Few players have dominated headlines, on and off the pitch, as much as Mario Balotelli has done throughout his career. Yet, despite the enigmatic striker’s exploits in the game, too often the coverage surrounding the forward has been overly negative. But beyond the condemnation and criticism, there is more to him than meets the eye. […]
Declan Rice Talks Runways, Photography, And Fashion At The Arsenal x Adidas Third Kit Launch Party
A new season invariably means new kits, and adidas have raised the bar with the latest Arsenal kit collection. And to commemorate the new third kit, the Three Stripes held a launch party at the adidas flagship store in London — hosted by Arsenal’s very own Declan Rice. With tickets for the event selling out […]
The Third Act: The Curtain Is Drawn, As England Emerge Victorious
On Sunday, 27 June, the entire nation held its breath as the highly anticipated matchup of the two biggest teams in international football once again came down to the finest margins — a penalty shootout. With the score level at one a piece after extra-time, all that stood between the players and history was a […]
Oliver Arblaster Is Primed For Take Off
There are very few players, at such a young age, who experience the tremendous highs and lows the game of football has to offer. However, for Sheffield United’s Oliver Arblaster, his career so far has very much been a tale of two halves. From Premier League euphoria to ACL tragedy, this is the story of […]
West Ham Stars Open Up On Identity, Faith & Self-Expression In Third Kit Campaign
With the new season on the horizon, a feeling of optimism and ambition is coursing through the West Ham United ranks, as the prospect of success is very much on the cards for the Hammers. The 2025/26 season offers the squad a fresh start, with the learnings and experiences of the previous year they’ll be […]
Snapchat Season: How Footballers Are Rewriting The Rules Of Sports Media
In today’s digital-first era, footballers have become more than just athletes. While social media in sports is not new, the last few years have marked a turning point. Players are increasingly bypassing traditional media to control their narratives, offering fans unfiltered access to their lives both on and off the pitch. More than a quest […]
Nouhaila Benzina Is Playing For More Than Just A Trophy
The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations kicked off earlier this month, after being postponed for 12 months due to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, as hosts Morocco battled Zambia to a 2-2 draw. But beyond the significance of this tournament, where women’s football continues to take leaps and bounds, one particular story comes to […]
The Rise Of Jules Koundé As A Modern Fashion Icon
Jules Koundé has been an influential presence for Barcelona this season, playing a key role in their domestic triumphs, as they clinched all three trophies up for grabs – La Liga, the Copa Del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. Despite being unavailable for the end-of-season run-in due to injury, Koundé has still made his […]
Paul Pogba Walked So This Generation Of Ballers Could Run
Few individuals can be credited as pioneers in the history of football, with Johan Cruyff, Pep Guardiola, and Arsène Wenger being notable members of this exclusive club. However, pioneering in football isn’t limited to tactics, philosophies, and nutrition. There is a much bigger picture: enter Paul Labile Pogba. On June 28, Pogba’s long-awaited return to […]
Alex Greenwood, Jess Park & Laia Aleixandri Are Ready For The Third Act
From triumphs on one side to heartbreak on the other, Manchester City Women’s stars Alex Greenwood, Jess Park, and Laia Aleixandri find themselves at the epicentre of one of international football’s most dynamic rivalries: England vs Spain. But inside the City dressing room, that narrative is a bit more layered, and a lot more personal. […]