Kerith GabrielWhat I DoI'm an editor passionate about amplifying the stories that emerge from the city that raised me. Cruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboardWant to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardHeaded to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardWith the matches gone, here are three ways World Cup fever is still thriving in PhillyFrom free concerts at Fan Fest to half-priced FIFA swag, Philly still has its tentacles all-in on soccer as the World Cup comes to a close this weekend.Kerith Gabriel July 14, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe FIFA World Cup in Philly won’t soon be forgotten. Here are 10 major reasons why.Over the course of three weeks, Philadelphia was the world’s playground as the city and the Linc played host to the biggest sporting event in the world. Here's a look at moments we won't soon forget.Kerith Gabriel July 5, 2026Link copied to clipboardGhana’s return to the region is its first since becoming a part of Philly soccer lore nearly 15 years agoWhen Ghana played Chile at PPL Park in 2012, they didn't emerge from the locker room for over an hour after halftime. Fans thought it was because of the rain. But it was a rain of a different kind.Kerith Gabriel June 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardHow a rain delay during the France-Iraq World Cup match turned into a shopping spree at Philadelphia StadiumRain at the World Cup in Philly on Monday sent poncho-clad fans scattering into the concourses in search of shelter, in addition to anything else they could get their hands on.Kerith Gabriel June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboardUnion president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardSpain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardDeadmau5, All-American Rejects, Bebe Rexha, and more are headed to FIFA Fan FestivalWith 10 days and eight nations remaining in the World Cup, Fan Fest's commitment to remain open for the full 39 days of the tournament includes four concerts starting Sunday.Kerith Gabriel July 9, 2026Link copied to clipboardIt’s World Cup knockout time for the U.S. against Bosnia. Our writers weigh in on who wins and why. The United States opens as a favorite against Bosnia and has the talent. But this has been a wild World Cup full of surprises. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia Stadium plays its part as FIFA sets World Cup attendance recordAcross four matches, Lincoln Financial Field, which has been renamed to Philadelphia Stadium for the World Cup, has welcomed 273,246 fans, contributing to FIFA's new mark 3,605,357 fans and counting.Kerith Gabriel June 26, 2026Link copied to clipboardWorld Cup in Philly: More rain expected as fans leave following France win; fan fest shut down at Fairmount Park; latest forecastThunderstorms interrupted Philly's third World Cup match, featuring France and Iraq.Rob Tornoe, Owen Hewitt, Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Anthony R. Wood June 22, 2026Link copied to clipboardRyan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboardAfter the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboardAfter the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldKerith Gabriel and Sam Gregg July 16, 2026Link copied to clipboardNext up for the United States? Belgium. We predict which one heads to the quarterfinals of the World CupSpring of 2025 was the last time the Belgians suffered a loss in international play. Still, not all of their results have been the prettiest, offering the U.S. a real chance to make noise. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 6, 2026Link copied to clipboardWith five World Cup games down, and a massive one to go in Philly, did Croatia just snap the Rocky curse?Philly’s bundle of group stage games ended Saturday night as Croatia battled to a 2-1 win (after their fans put a jersey on Rocky) over Ghana, closing out a thrilling two and a half weeks. Kerith Gabriel June 28, 2026Link copied to clipboardCan the USMNT beat Turkey to go unbeaten in World Cup group play for the first time? Here’s our predictions.With the Americans already awaiting who they’ll play in the Round of 32 on July 1, it’s anyone’s guess who head coach Mauricio Pochettino will employ in the Group D finale against Turkey.Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, Rob Tornoe, and Owen Hewitt June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Cruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Cruz Azul set social media ablaze by putting its flag on the Rocky statue before Leagues Cup opener against UnionThe Rocky curse went international during the World Cup earlier this summer, and now a team from Mexico's Liga MX is tempting fate ahead of its Leagues Cup opener against the Union.Kerith Gabriel Aug. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Want to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Want to win a World Cup, America? Start doing better by the kids. And their parents, too. If there isn’t more of a fight to make sure that the status quo doesn’t become the legacy of this World Cup, history looks bound to repeat itself in four years. Kerith Gabriel | Columnist July 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Headed to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Headed to Sunday’s World Cup final? Here’s how to get there and back from Philly for $60.A quick guide to getting to the biggest sporting event in the world on the cheap from Philadelphia.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
With the matches gone, here are three ways World Cup fever is still thriving in PhillyFrom free concerts at Fan Fest to half-priced FIFA swag, Philly still has its tentacles all-in on soccer as the World Cup comes to a close this weekend.Kerith Gabriel July 14, 2026Link copied to clipboard
With the matches gone, here are three ways World Cup fever is still thriving in PhillyFrom free concerts at Fan Fest to half-priced FIFA swag, Philly still has its tentacles all-in on soccer as the World Cup comes to a close this weekend.Kerith Gabriel July 14, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The FIFA World Cup in Philly won’t soon be forgotten. Here are 10 major reasons why.Over the course of three weeks, Philadelphia was the world’s playground as the city and the Linc played host to the biggest sporting event in the world. Here's a look at moments we won't soon forget.Kerith Gabriel July 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The FIFA World Cup in Philly won’t soon be forgotten. Here are 10 major reasons why.Over the course of three weeks, Philadelphia was the world’s playground as the city and the Linc played host to the biggest sporting event in the world. Here's a look at moments we won't soon forget.Kerith Gabriel July 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ghana’s return to the region is its first since becoming a part of Philly soccer lore nearly 15 years agoWhen Ghana played Chile at PPL Park in 2012, they didn't emerge from the locker room for over an hour after halftime. Fans thought it was because of the rain. But it was a rain of a different kind.Kerith Gabriel June 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ghana’s return to the region is its first since becoming a part of Philly soccer lore nearly 15 years agoWhen Ghana played Chile at PPL Park in 2012, they didn't emerge from the locker room for over an hour after halftime. Fans thought it was because of the rain. But it was a rain of a different kind.Kerith Gabriel June 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How a rain delay during the France-Iraq World Cup match turned into a shopping spree at Philadelphia StadiumRain at the World Cup in Philly on Monday sent poncho-clad fans scattering into the concourses in search of shelter, in addition to anything else they could get their hands on.Kerith Gabriel June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How a rain delay during the France-Iraq World Cup match turned into a shopping spree at Philadelphia StadiumRain at the World Cup in Philly on Monday sent poncho-clad fans scattering into the concourses in search of shelter, in addition to anything else they could get their hands on.Kerith Gabriel June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Union president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Union president Tim McDermott discusses signing ‘bigger name players,’ a Philly stadium, and much more after a World Cup resetMcDermott, the club’s president since 2019, sat down with The Inquirer for a wide-ranging discussion about players, fans, and how their place within Philly's sports landscape could change, literally.Kerith Gabriel July 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Spain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Spain or Argentina? Our soccer writers weigh in on who will win Sunday’s World Cup final.When the two teams converge on the Meadowlands for Sunday’s finale (3 p.m., Fox29), it will mark the first time a European champion has played a South American champion in a World Cup final. Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Owen Hewitt July 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The World Cup has left Philly. But where does all the stuff go? There’s a WhatsApp group for that.As the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workers as commemorative keepsakes.Kerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Deadmau5, All-American Rejects, Bebe Rexha, and more are headed to FIFA Fan FestivalWith 10 days and eight nations remaining in the World Cup, Fan Fest's commitment to remain open for the full 39 days of the tournament includes four concerts starting Sunday.Kerith Gabriel July 9, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Deadmau5, All-American Rejects, Bebe Rexha, and more are headed to FIFA Fan FestivalWith 10 days and eight nations remaining in the World Cup, Fan Fest's commitment to remain open for the full 39 days of the tournament includes four concerts starting Sunday.Kerith Gabriel July 9, 2026Link copied to clipboard
It’s World Cup knockout time for the U.S. against Bosnia. Our writers weigh in on who wins and why. The United States opens as a favorite against Bosnia and has the talent. But this has been a wild World Cup full of surprises. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
It’s World Cup knockout time for the U.S. against Bosnia. Our writers weigh in on who wins and why. The United States opens as a favorite against Bosnia and has the talent. But this has been a wild World Cup full of surprises. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia Stadium plays its part as FIFA sets World Cup attendance recordAcross four matches, Lincoln Financial Field, which has been renamed to Philadelphia Stadium for the World Cup, has welcomed 273,246 fans, contributing to FIFA's new mark 3,605,357 fans and counting.Kerith Gabriel June 26, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia Stadium plays its part as FIFA sets World Cup attendance recordAcross four matches, Lincoln Financial Field, which has been renamed to Philadelphia Stadium for the World Cup, has welcomed 273,246 fans, contributing to FIFA's new mark 3,605,357 fans and counting.Kerith Gabriel June 26, 2026Link copied to clipboard
World Cup in Philly: More rain expected as fans leave following France win; fan fest shut down at Fairmount Park; latest forecastThunderstorms interrupted Philly's third World Cup match, featuring France and Iraq.Rob Tornoe, Owen Hewitt, Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Anthony R. Wood June 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
World Cup in Philly: More rain expected as fans leave following France win; fan fest shut down at Fairmount Park; latest forecastThunderstorms interrupted Philly's third World Cup match, featuring France and Iraq.Rob Tornoe, Owen Hewitt, Jonathan Tannenwald, Kerith Gabriel, and Anthony R. Wood June 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ryan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Ryan Richter’s journey to Union interim head coach follows a familiar path for the clubThe Union have a long road ahead if they want to make the playoffs. But Richter, a Southampton native and La Salle alumnus, is "excited to see how far we can take this" as interim coach. Kerith Gabriel July 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldAs the breakdown from the FIFA World Cup transpired at Lincoln Financial Field, much of the signage and more gets divvied up to staff, volunteers and other workKerith Gabriel July 17, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldKerith Gabriel and Sam Gregg July 16, 2026Link copied to clipboard
After the World Cup, Philadelphia Stadium is restored back to Lincoln Financial FieldKerith Gabriel and Sam Gregg July 16, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Next up for the United States? Belgium. We predict which one heads to the quarterfinals of the World CupSpring of 2025 was the last time the Belgians suffered a loss in international play. Still, not all of their results have been the prettiest, offering the U.S. a real chance to make noise. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Next up for the United States? Belgium. We predict which one heads to the quarterfinals of the World CupSpring of 2025 was the last time the Belgians suffered a loss in international play. Still, not all of their results have been the prettiest, offering the U.S. a real chance to make noise. Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, and Owen Hewitt July 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
With five World Cup games down, and a massive one to go in Philly, did Croatia just snap the Rocky curse?Philly’s bundle of group stage games ended Saturday night as Croatia battled to a 2-1 win (after their fans put a jersey on Rocky) over Ghana, closing out a thrilling two and a half weeks. Kerith Gabriel June 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
With five World Cup games down, and a massive one to go in Philly, did Croatia just snap the Rocky curse?Philly’s bundle of group stage games ended Saturday night as Croatia battled to a 2-1 win (after their fans put a jersey on Rocky) over Ghana, closing out a thrilling two and a half weeks. Kerith Gabriel June 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Can the USMNT beat Turkey to go unbeaten in World Cup group play for the first time? Here’s our predictions.With the Americans already awaiting who they’ll play in the Round of 32 on July 1, it’s anyone’s guess who head coach Mauricio Pochettino will employ in the Group D finale against Turkey.Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, Rob Tornoe, and Owen Hewitt June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Can the USMNT beat Turkey to go unbeaten in World Cup group play for the first time? Here’s our predictions.With the Americans already awaiting who they’ll play in the Round of 32 on July 1, it’s anyone’s guess who head coach Mauricio Pochettino will employ in the Group D finale against Turkey.Kerith Gabriel, Jonathan Tannenwald, Rob Tornoe, and Owen Hewitt June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
