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

Synopsis

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.

Top cast

👤

Shep Messing

Self

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Clive Toye

Self

Calum Best

Self

Pelé

Self (Archive Footage)

George Best

Self (Archive Footage)

Henry Kissinger

Self (Archive Footage)

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