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Season 1 – Soccer Meets America

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The United States has become the most important market in global soccer, yet it almost never caught on with Americans. "Soccer Meets America" explores how a convergence of unexpected forces revealed a massive American audience hiding in plain sight. From immigrant roots and early pro leagues to the thrilling 1994 FIFA World Cup and the rise of a new generation of fans, the series traces how soccer finally became part of the fabric of American culture.
Soccer Meets America — Season 1

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Episode 1 Aired May 3, 2026 The Hidden Game Soccer's little-known history in America: built by immigrant communities, it grew to pack stadiums; but despite passionate fans and Pelé's superstar arrival in the NASL, the sport stumbled and slipped from the spotlight; when the pro league collapsed in the 1980s, American soccer seemed finished; then came the 1984 Olympics and a startling success, revealing that America might hold the game's biggest untapped audience, sparking a daring bid to host the 1994 World Cup. Details Episode 2 Aired May 3, 2026 The '94 Effect Newly minted U.S. Soccer Federation president Alan Rothenberg takes on the Herculean task of staging the 1994 FIFA World Cup; he must deliver a tournament that satisfies FIFA and the global soccer community while convincing Americans that soccer belongs in their country; as sponsors, broadcasters, the U.S. national team, and even stars like Oprah Winfrey and Robin Williams rally around the effort, the tournament becomes a defining test for soccer in America. Details Episode 3 Aired May 3, 2026 The Soccer Boom Major League Soccer launches in 1996 with the promise of building on the success of the 1994 World Cup; but the new league faces uncertain fans, financial pressure, and the challenge of finding its place in American sports; then cable television, the internet, and video games connect American fans to soccer around the world; what once seemed like a niche sport grows an enthusiastic and vast audience, transforming the United States into one of the most important markets in global soccer. Details
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Season Info

Network
The Roku Channel
Genre
Documentary, Sports
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 3, 2026