Painting The Pitch Red

Chapter Two: The Northern Drought

Episode Summary

After the 21st century starts with promise, Canada’s men's team soon finds itself in a darker place than ever before — whilst a passionate soccer culture begins to develop behind the scenes.

Episode Notes

1989–2017

Featuring: Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop, Kristian Jack and Sid Seixeiro. 

In the wake of the country's showing at the 1986 World Cup, the next generation of Canadian players perseveres through the backlash. After the 21st century starts with promise, Canada’s men's team soon finds itself in a darker place than ever before — whilst a passionate soccer culture begins to develop behind the scenes. 

Original music score by Connor Tanton.

Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza 

Audio Credits: BBC, CBC, ESPN, ITV, Sky Sports, Sportsnet and TED.

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