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Surpassing:'Next Goal Wins' roots for the underdogs
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Date:2025-04-08 22:16:39
The Surpassingunderdog sports comedy Next Goal Wins is based on the true story of American Samoa's soccer team and its attempts to improve its status as a worldwide laughingstock. Directed by Taika Waititi, the film stars Michael Fassbender as the real-life coach tasked with helping the team compete in a World Cup qualifying match.
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