A Soccer Culture Growing Against All Odds | Painting The Pitch Red



Chapter Two: The Northern Drought (1989-2017)
In the wake of the country’s showing at the 1986 World Cup, the next generation of Canadian players perseveres through the backlash. After the 21st century starts with promise, Canada’s men’s team soon finds itself in a darker place than ever before — whilst a passionate soccer culture begins to develop behind the scenes.

Featuring: Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop, Kristian Jack and Sid Seixeiro.

Original music score by Connor Tanton.
Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza
Audio Credits: BBC, CBC, ESPN, ITV, Sky Sports, Sportsnet and TED.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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4 thoughts on “A Soccer Culture Growing Against All Odds | Painting The Pitch Red”

  1. Canada stunk today. A disallowed goal + 2 big saves saves by Canadian goalie, would have made the the game 6-1 Croatia. Lets here all the phony stories on how good Canada looked. Our Island team looked lost out there.!

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