UK | 30m | Created by Footballco, MUNDIAL & Wolves Studios
In 1967 — a decade before Pelé, 30 years before MLS, and 56 years before Messi — the United Soccer Association resurrected professional soccer in the United States. The 12-team league, made up of transplanted international clubs, including English side Wolves, was in many ways the birth of the modern American soccer movement. It changed everything.
Trailer:
Accompanying film(s):
Captains of Ukraine (Ukraine) — A poignant exploration of the difficult choices and circumstances that turn athletes into soldiers.
Sacred Turf (UK) — Paying homage to everyone behind the scenes.
The Lost Dreams (Iran) — Four sisters of Afghan origin struggle to survive, inspired by their love of football and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Oor Wally (Scotland) — The life and times of a Scottish football mascot.
Additional programming, including panel discussions and special events, will be announced in the coming weeks.