This documentary tells the astonishing story of African soccer – a history tied in closely with that of Africa and its relations with the rest of the world. How did this game take hold among developing countries ? What impact did it have on the major political movements ? How, in an instant, could a simple goal change a player’s life, history and the whole of Africa’s perception of itself ? Featuring legendary figures which have inspired generations of spectators, brought up on their love of the beautiful game and their incredible personal rivalries, this history of African soccer is also a sporting passion and a fantastic aspiration for a continent.