A selection of soccer documentaries to fill the days during Covid-19. Recently, SoccerNation shared a diverse list of soccer-themed movies. Now it
A selection of soccer documentaries to fill the days during Covid-19.
Recently, SoccerNation shared a diverse list of soccer-themed movies. Now it’s time for documentaries. If your favorite isn’t here, share it in the comments so everyone can enjoy!
The Two Escobars (2010) an ESPN 30 for 30
This one is a classic. From IMDb: Pablo Escobar was the richest, most powerful drug kingpin in the world, ruling the Medellin Cartel with an iron fist. Andres Escobar was the biggest soccer star in Colombia. The two were not related, but their fates were inextricably – and fatally – intertwined.
If you have ESPN+, you can watch it there. Or rent for $1.99 on YouTube.
Pelada (2010)
Two former soccer players tour the world to see the game played by regular people.
$3.99 rental on iTunes
Diego Maradona (2019) HBO
Love him or hate him. There is on in between.
If you have HBO, you can see it for $0 here.
Once in a Lifetime: The Extraordinary Story of the New York Cosmos (2006)
From Google: This documentary looks back on a time when soccer briefly captured America’s attention. The film profiles the North American Soccer League franchise the New York Cosmos and the sensation it created back in the 1970s.
$3.99 rental on iTunes
Barca Dreams (2015) rated MA
If you love Barca and haven’t seen this yet, do you really love Barca?
watch it on Netflix
Ronaldo (2015)
$3.99 rental on iTunes
KROOS (2019)
Germany has produced some incredible footballers. Kroos is one of them.
$0 if you have Amazon Prime
Is your favorite missing? Comment below!
