(Gray Media) – For billions of fans, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is more than a tournament, it’s personal.
“Game and Glory” traveled to the world’s most soccer-obsessed nations to explore what drives that devotion: the rituals passed down through families, the rivalries that divide cities, and the raw emotion that unites a planet around a single game.
This docuseries explores soccer culture beyond the pitch—where identity, history and pride collide.
“Game and Glory” gives fans a passport to the soccer-crazed nations that will bring their energy, pride and passion to North America’s biggest cities.
Heart and Heritage: Colombia and Croatia
In Colombia, the game is a unifying force, rising from barrios and conflict to bring joy through its electrifying style and devoted supporters.
In Croatia, soccer is woven into the nation’s story, where underdog spirit has propelled it to the world stage.
From Medellin to Zagreb, we uncover how soccer helps both countries express who they are and who they aspire to be.
Legacy and Revolution: Portugal and France
Here are two nations where the sport is both heritage and evolution.
In Portugal, the game is poetic and personal, shaped by legends like Eusebio and Ronaldo.
In France, soccer reflects a multicultural identity where talent from every corner comes together in pursuit of glory.
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