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Men's Football / 3 July 2026
3 July 2026

In the second part of LAYTH YOUSIF’S history of the New York Cosmos, he reflects on their stunning reboot

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Men's Football / 1 July 2026
1 July 2026

In the first of a three-part series, LAYTH YOUSIF visits a community-driven club in blue-collar Paterson, New Jersey, with a rich heritage that is rising once again 

Picturesque: Morning Star sports writer Layth’s view of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
Layth’s diaries / 28 June 2026
28 June 2026

From Beat poets and music festivals to anti-Ice campaigners and new Arsenal ink, LAYTH YOUSIF continues his exploration of a city where community still matters

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Layth’s diaries / 25 June 2026
25 June 2026

LAYTH YOUSIF finds streets alive with history, struggle and celebration under the Golden Gate sun - from Arsenal chants to the contradictions of the modern US

Riccardo, with Spencer behind him on the right
Men’s Football / 22 June 2026
22 June 2026

In the second part of his Oakland diaries, LAYTH YOUSIF continues to be inspired by the volunteer-led CityTeam — an organisation offering hot meals, clothing and friendly support to those who need it most 

The inspiring volunteers at CityTeam, Oakland, California
Men’s Football / 21 June 2026
21 June 2026

Across the bay from the World Cup spectacle, CityTeam is offering hope to people experiencing life on the streets, addiction and deep poverty, writes LAYTH YOUSIF

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Men’s football / 14 June 2026
14 June 2026
Fans hold Canadian flags while dancing to music before a countdown concert ahead of the World Cup soccer tournament, June 10, 2026, in Toronto
Men’s football / 11 June 2026
11 June 2026

In the second of his Canadian World Cup diaries, LAYTH YOUSIF finds Toronto buzzing with anticipation ahead of the forthcoming global tournament

Layth Yousif and Durham Region Arsenal Supporters Group in Oshawa, Ontario
Men’s football / 8 June 2026
8 June 2026

For the first of LAYTH YOUSIF’S Canadian World Cup diaries, he discovers a Gunners’ haven in Oshawa, Ontario, and explores the town’s role in the historic 1937 labour strikes

Arsenal fans celebrate at the Emirates Stadium, London, May 19, 2026
Men’s football / 22 May 2026
22 May 2026

Premier League champions Arsenal will finally lift the coveted trophy this weekend after 22 long years. LAYTH YOUSIF pays tribute to and remembers those who are not here to see it

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta applauds the fans after the fin
Men’s football / 19 May 2026
19 May 2026