When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game

When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game

2026
1h 0m
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"With glitz, glamour and the world’s top players, the North American Soccer League was soccer’s wild child."

Overview

The film examines the North America Soccer League’s (NASL) explosive growth during the 1970’s and 80’s with some of the greatest footballers in history - including Pelé, George Best, and Johan Cruyff - bringing unprecedented attention to the game. Through rare archive footage and intimate interviews, the documentary explores how the NASL became a cultural phenomenon, blending sport, celebrity, and ambition in a uniquely American experiment to popularize the world’s game.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Companies
ITN Productions
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date March 28, 2026
Status Released
Language EN
Website Visit Site

Cast

Shep Messing
Shep Messing

Self

Clive Toye
Clive Toye

Self

Calum Best
Calum Best

Self

Pelé
Pelé

Self (Archive Footage)

George Best
George Best

Self (Archive Footage)

Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger

Self (Archive Footage)

Key Crew

Oliver Price
Director