Episode 66: Thomas Rongen

CURVA MUNDIAL

Legendary manager, player, pundit and the subject of Taika Waititi's new film, "Next Goal Wins," Thomas Rongen joins CURVA MUNDIAL for a deep dive into his life and career. The former Dutch international talks about living with Johan Cruyff, growing up in Amsterdam, coming to America to play in the NASL then becoming an MLS manager. Rongen will be portrayed by Michael Fassbender in the film, "Next Goal Wins," about his experience managing American Somoa and coaching one of the first open trans athletes. A fascinating man with an even more fascinating tale of his incredible true life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support