Goal, a leading football website, has announced the launch of two new podcasts themed around the upcoming men's World Cup. The podcasts titled "Icons" and "Legacy" are set to provide sports fans and betting enthusiasts with in-depth insights into iconic moments from past tournaments and explore the lore of football dynasties respectively.
The first podcast, Icons, is a ten-episode series that delves into memorable elements from the last 10 World Cups dating back to Mexico '86. The series will cover fascinating stories such as Ronaldo Nazário’s famous 2002 World Cup haircut, Adidas’ 2010 Jabulani ball saga, and the intriguing tale behind Argentina’s shirts at the 1986 World Cup which were bought bootleg from a Tepito street market.
The podcast will be narrated by Martin Tyler, former Sky Sports commentator known for his captivating storytelling skills. The first episode was made available on December 4th.
Exploring football dynasties
Legacy is set to launch on December 16th with a total of 26 episodes. This series aims to explore national identity through football lore across various countries including England, Italy, Germany among others. It will delve into football dynasties spanning continents - from Brazil in South America to Ghana in Africa and Canada in North America. Actor Tom Watt lends his voice as narrator for this engaging exploration of global soccer history.
Both these podcasts have been meticulously researched and written by Goal journalists ensuring accurate information for listeners. In addition to being available as audio content on popular platforms they will also feature as stories on Goal's website providing an immersive experience for readers too. In an effort towards inclusivity beyond English-speaking audiences these shows will also be available in Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, French. The French version will be translated using ElevenLabs AI voice software and subsequently checked by a human for accuracy.
Goal plans to continue the podcast series post-World Cup, exploring other tournaments and legacies. This move is set to provide sports fans with a continuous stream of engaging content that delves into the rich history of football.
