When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game (2026)
“With glitz, glamour and the world’s top players, the North American Soccer League was soccer’s wild child.”
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Movie review: When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game
When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game is a film from 2026. It is catalogued under Documentary.
Story
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.
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Production
Release date: March 28, 2026 · Runtime: 60 minutes · Original language: English
Cast
Calum Best
Pelé
George Best
Henry Kissinger
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