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The gear guide

Start hereCleatsSeptember 8, 2026

Start with the surface: a smarter way to buy soccer cleats

Grass, artificial grass or indoor court? Choose the right soleplate before the colorway.

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News from U.S. soccer, useful gear guides and a little matchday inspiration.

JerseysSeptember 8, 2026
Authentic or replica? Read this before buying a soccer jersey
A licensed replica is not a counterfeit. Start with fit, use and the exact product listing.
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CleatsSeptember 8, 2026
Buying soccer gear online in the U.S.: check these five details
A better product-page routine before you commit to a pair of cleats or a new kit.
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MatchdaySeptember 8, 2026
Your first soccer match in America: plan the day, enjoy the game
Tickets, bags and the trip home deserve a little attention before kickoff.
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U.S. SoccerSeptember 8, 2026
MLS spotlight: Sargent and Janssen lead a goal-filled Matchday 24
A short briefing on two hat tricks, with a link to the official MLS roundup.
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EquipmentSeptember 8, 2026
The soccer bag checklist you will actually use
Organize your kit around getting on the field, finishing the session and getting home.
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EquipmentSeptember 8, 2026
Give your soccer ball a better life between games
Simple storage and maintenance habits for the ball you already own.
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Follow the news, find your next pair of cleats or get ready for the weekend.

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U.S. Soccer
League news, national teams and the stories shaping soccer in America.
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Cleats
Find the right fit and soleplate for the field you actually play on.
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Jerseys
Team colors, licensed shirts and the details that matter before you buy.
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Equipment
Practical guides to soccer balls, kit bags and everyday training essentials.
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Matchday
Make more of the game, from local fields to your first stadium visit.
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Published by American Soccer Gear, with original sources linked in our news briefs.

American Soccer Gear
Editorial desk
Soccer news and practical gear guides for readers in the United States. News summaries link to original reporting; buying guides explain selection criteria without claiming hands-on tests.
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