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First Touch is New York’s longest-running and best-loved soccer publication. Here you’ll discover all the best soccer bars in the USA for watching your favorite teams. Our Soccer TV Guide will help you watch all the big games happening this week. Stay up to date with all the Euro 2026 and Copa America schedules.
Also, you’ll find Soccer supporters clubs for the popular teams in every City and State in the USA. Furthermore, you can read hundreds of great articles and interviews from our archives, all free on this amazing website and mobile app.
Soccer Supporters Clubs In The USA
Top Articles
Pancyprian Freedoms Through To Amateur Cup Final
The Amateur Cup FInal between NY Pancyprian Freedoms and Milwaukee Torrent will be played this Saturday at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.
Ederson Discusses Future Amid Speculation
Ederson, the 24-year-old midfielder from Brazil who plays for Atalanta, is at a pivotal point in his career and is being linked to some top clubs in Europe.
Gotham FC Beat Red Stars In Summer Cup Opener
NJ/NY Gotham FC secured two points in its first match of the NWSL x LigaMX Summer Cup against the Chicago Red Stars on Saturday night at SeatGeek Stadium.
The English Cabbage Patch
As England endure yet another major disappointment on the international stage, Derek Ross lament's the nation's inability to produce a winning midfield.
NYCFC Earn Hard-Fought Draw In Atlanta
NYCFC came from two goals down to earn a 2-2 tie against Atlanta United Wednesday night. Mounsef Bakrar and Talles Magno (pen) scored for City.
NYCFC Hold Fire At Soldier Field
NYCFC clinched a draw on the road against the Chicago Fire. Both teams battled to find a breakthrough and despite coming close neither side was able to do so.
Star Player Interviews
First Touch goes one on one with some of the greats of the game. See all of our exclusive interviews here!
Danny Simpson Interview (Leicester City)
The words of the Serenity Prayer tattooed on his right arm have served Danny Simpson well. Read this fascinating interview with the Leicester City star.
Interview With Felix White Of The Maccabees
First Touch caught up with Felix White of The Maccabees to discuss his love of Fulham, EPL predictions, & the surprising things he loves about touring in the USA.
Legends Of The Game
Read profiles of some of the greats who shaped the game of soccer over decades.
Legends Of Soccer: Nobby Stiles
Nobby Stiles was the beating heart of the 1966 England side, the one that made all things possible. He was the sheet anchor around whom the rest could play.
A Tribute To Howard Kendall
Howard Kendall was part of one of the great midfields in the game, alongside Colin Harvey and Alan Ball.
Great Teams
Read all about the greatest teams ever to play the game.
Tottenham Hotspur 1960-63 – A Profile
We all know the folklore that it’s a good season for Tottenham Hotspur when it ends in a “1”. Many years ago, the story held true.
Introducing Östersunds Fotbollsklubb
This is the story of how Graham Potter led the tiny Swedish team Östersunds from fourth-tier obscurity to cup glory in the space of a few years.
Soccer Bars In New York
Soccer Bar: Dog & Bone, NYC
The Dog & Bone is one of the most popular soccer bars for watching World cup games in midtown Manhattan. Enjoy the special matchday atmosphere in a British pub.
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Soccer Bar: The Churchill Tavern
Between Churchill Tavern and The Dog & Bone we have two of the best England supporter bars in New York. Two of the best soccer bars in midtown.
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Soccer Bar: Smithfield Hall NYC
Smithfield Hall is considered to be New York’s best soccer bar. This midtown Manhattan soccer bar is second to none for atmosphere and presentation.
Read More Podcast - Just Look At His Face
Listen to archived episodes of this classic podcast presented by Dave Bowler and Chris Lepkowski
JLAHF Podcast – Pele, Maradona & Aztec Gold
Chris Lepkowski and Dave Bowler head for the Aztecs as they re-live two of the most enthralling World Cups - Mexico 70 and 86. From Pele to Maradona.
JLAHF Podcast: West Midlands Football Clubs
JLAHF Podcast. West Midlanders Chris Lepkowski and Dave Bowler discuss why the West Midlands has always slipped under the national radar, on and off the pitch.
Classic Articles From The Archives
We have many great articles spanning decades of First Touch magazine
Christian Pulisic – Believe The Hype!
The initial reaction to Christian Pulisic making an estimated £58 million move to Chelsea was decidedly mixed. Some describe the move from Dortmund as risky.
The EPL Is Here. Keep Calm And Pick A Team!
After spending the big bucks to bring the EPL exclusively to their network, NBC paints the town red (and blue) with their Keep Calm ad campaign.