It features legends like Zinedine Zidane , David Beckham , and Alan Shearer .
The film follows Santiago, an undocumented Mexican immigrant with a "cardboard" pair of boots and a world-class left foot.
Santiago travels to England to try out for Newcastle United.
He scores the decisive goal to send the Magpies into Europe. Why It Still Matters
Featuring Oasis and Kasabian, it perfectly captures the "Indie Sleaze" era of British football.
Newcastle is portrayed as a gritty, passionate character in its own right.
Goal! inspired a generation of real-life players. For many, "Santiago Muñez" became the fictional blueprint for the " rags-to-riches" dream that the Premier League promises. Even twenty years later, the film’s message remains clear: If you are looking for more info, let me know:
