Next Goal Wins

The film by Taika Waititi tells the story of the American Samoa soccer team, which suffered the worst defeat in the history of the World Cup in 2001 with a 31:0 defeat against Australia. Let that change!

If soccer really is like chess, only without the dice, then coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) has thoroughly blundered. He is fired! Leading the unsuccessful and truly unusual American Samoa soccer team to success is his last chance as coach. The 31:0 defeat against Australia at the 2001 World Cup is still very much in the team's bones. Thomas Rongen accepts the challenge. But will he manage to forge a team out of the motley, unconventional bunch? There is not much time left until the next World Cup.
Based on true events, successful director Taika Waititis ("Jojo Rabbit", "Thor: Love and Thunder") tells a heart-warming story about solidarity, courage and confidence with a good dose of humor.