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With glitz, glamour and the world’s top players, the North American Soccer League was soccer’s wild child.

When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game (2026)

March 28, 20261hEN

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.

Director

Oliver Price

Where to Watch

Streaming availability for India

Stream

HBO Max Amazon Channel
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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

N/A

Revenue

N/A

Production Companies

ITN Productions

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