Football is the most popular game on the planet with over 4 billion fans. Being the most popular game, it appears on the screen quite less time. Today, we have listed the top 10 movies based on true footballing events/ footballers.
10) Best
A 2000-released drama film is based on the legendary footballer Goerge Best. It follows the life, a little boy from Belfast who later became one of the greatest footballers.
9) Goal!
Goal (2005) movie was based on the story of Santiago Munez. Santiago wants to be a professional soccer player, but his father wants him to work and provide for the family. Between his passion and his family’s needs, Santiago must decide. This movie was directed by Danny Cannon
8) Goal 2
The sequel of Goal is nothing but an inspirational story just like its previous part. Santiago Munez, a soccer player for Newcastle United, signs a contract to play for Real Madrid.
7) The Damned United
Released in 2015, a sports biographic movie revolves around Brian Clough aims to be a better coach for Leeds United. This movie was directed by Tom Hopper.
6) United
Busby Babes, a group of illustrious football players that represent Manchester United, become the league’s youngest champions. A movie that inspires the world, one of the best on the list. This movie was directed by James Strong.
5) Becoming Zlatan
This movie is based on one of the most famous footballers, Zlatan Ibrahimovic. A documentary film explores the early life of Zlatan Ibrahimovic through exclusive interviews and facts. This film was directed by Fredrik Gertten and Magnus Gertten.
4) Messi
Released in 2014, this movie is based on the life of one of the greatest footballers, Lionel Messi. This movie follows his journey, his struggles, and his to be the best in the World. Little boy Rosario to the greatest footballer ever, this movie simply explains his journey. A must-watch for Leo fans.
3) Pele: Birth of a legend
The movie is based on a legendary player and one of the best, Pele. Pele: Birth of a legend is an American movie based on Brazilian legend Pele and his journey to FIFA World Cup in 1958. A must-watch for football fans.
2) Ronaldo
Anthony Wonke’s 2015 British documentary film Ronaldo is a feature-length documentary based on the life of the most famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. This documentary follows his life and career. The film was released on 9th November 2015 worldwide and is currently available on Netflix.
1) Diego Maradona
The number one movie on our list is Diego Maradona. This movie follows the entire life of Argentine legend Diego Maradona. This movie also contains some of Maradona’s unseen footage. The movie was written and directed by Asif Kapadia.
It was also screened at Cannes Film Festival in 2019 and was well-appreciated by the audience and the jury.
