Soccer Meets America - Roku Channel Documentary Series

Editor (3 Episodes), 2026

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.