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Best Documentaries To Watch In The Lead-Up To The Soccer World Cup

September 26, 2022 - 5 minute read
The soccer World Cup kicks off on November 20 in Qatar, and the Socceroos will be there to contest their sixth World Cup. To get ready for what is going to be an exciting time in world sport, we’ve compiled some of the best soccer documentaries to stream on Netflix, Stan and Amazon Prime Video. But before you settle in to watch, you need to make sure you have the best home entertainment set-up. If it’s time to upgrade your TV or projector, we’ll point you in the right direction!

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Best Big-Screen TVs

Sport documentaries, whether they’re soccer documentaries, NBA docos or docos on sporting legends, are all best watched on big-screen TVs. Why? Because big screens immerse you in the athlete or team’s world, in all the brilliant colour and sound.

“Big screens are only getting bigger,” says John Milonas, The Good Guys Buyer – Televisions & Accessories. “Most Aussie households are opting for 75- and 85-inch TVs now to really take their streaming to the next level. “And these are great-looking TVs. The sleek designs work in any living room, and when you consider the 4K and 8K technologies that deliver pictures like never before, these TVs are a feast for the senses.”

Shop Big-Screen TVs

The Samsung 85” Q60B 4K QLED Smart TV features stunning picture and colour qualities as well as an AirSlim design and cable management system so there are no messy cables.
The LG 75” NANO75 4K NanoCell LED Smart TV displays lifelike pictures with optimised visuals, and can tailor sport updates to you, straight from the TV.

Best Projectors

Want to go even bigger and bring a cinematic experience to your home? Then let’s talk projectors. They bring an even bigger screen to your lounge, and with 4K picture technology, the quality is amazing. If you’ve got a large blank wall to work with or a home theatre, then a projector will take your viewing experience to the next level.

“Top brands, including Samsung and Hisense, make projectors with advanced technologies, including 4K and Triple Laser, delivering experiences on a grand scale with over 100 inches of amazing viewing,” says John.

Shop Big-Screen TVs

Choose the Hisense 100” 4K HDR Ultra Short Throw Laser TV for the full home cinema experience, with 4K picture quality bringing TV to life.

The Samsung The Premiere Laser 4K Smart Projector features a 120-inch display in 4K picture quality, with built-in streaming platforms including Netflix, Kayo, Disney+ and more.

Now that you have the ultimate TV or projector set-up ready, these are the best soccer documentaries to sink your teeth into, to get you ready for the World Cup starting in November.

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Best Soccer Documentaries To Watch Now

Ronaldo

Step inside the world of Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest players of this era, from his career to his personal life and how he handles being a worldwide megastar.
Where to watch it: Netflix

Pelé

He was the all-time leading goalscorer for Brazil. So how did Pelé emerge from a turbulent period to become a national hero? This documents his amazing rise.

Where to watch it: Netflix

Baggio: The Divine Ponytail

Relive the highs of Roberto Baggio’s amazing 22-year career, his triumph over injuries and differences he had with players and coaches, and go inside his life off the pitch.

Where to watch it: Netflix

Diego Maradona

With never-before-seen footage of one of the greatest-ever footballers, this documentary reveals what made Maradona a star, and sheds light on his darker side.
Where to watch it: Stan

The End of the Storm

As the song says, You’ll Never Walk Alone at Liverpool. This doco offers unprecedented access to one of the biggest clubs in the English Premier League in one of their biggest seasons ever – their winning 2019/20 campaign – seen through the eyes of manager Jürgen Klopp.

Where to watch it: Stan

Bobby (Bo66y)

England has won the World Cup only once, in 1966. This documentary explores the triumph and tragedy of the World Cup-winning captain and sporting icon, Bobby Moore.
Where to watch it: Stan

Black and White Stripes: The Juventus Story

From Del Piero to Pirlo, Buffon and Chiellini. Discover how Juventus became the most famous club in Italy, with this story of the Agnelli family and the most famous players to don the black and white.

Where to watch it: Stan

This is Football

Football has the power to unite people and nations, from the fields of post-war Rwanda to the Champions League. This series captures the emotions, stories, passions and triumphs surrounding the international sport of football.

Where to watch it: Amazon Prime Video

Get ready for the 2022 World Cup with a new TV or projector and bring the game closer than it’s ever been before. Head in-store or online at The Good Guys to shop the best range and the best brands.

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