About this season
In 1970, the Brazilian national team took the field with big dreams and an even bigger challenge: to become the first three-time world champions.
Episodes (5)
1. Play for Us, Pelé
Aired 29 May 2026 • 53 min
After a harrowing 1966 season, Pelé hesitates to return to the field — but the energetic encouragement of coach João Saldanha may change his mind.
2. Zagallo's Eleven
Aired 29 May 2026 • 65 min
With Saldanha out, the team heads to Mexico for the cup — but neither the heat nor their superstitious new coach cuts them any slack.
3. What King Am I?
Aired 29 May 2026 • 63 min
Facing a strong, united opponent, Brazil's team must set aside their political differences to stay focused on the game... and keep scoring.
4. The Ghost of Maracanazo
Aired 29 May 2026 • 75 min
Daring to hope for the finals, Brazil's national team gets cold feet, haunted by memories of a historic Maracanã defeat to Uruguay in 1950.
5. I'm Not Dead
Aired 29 May 2026 • 69 min
As the final looms and pressure mounts for Brazil to bring the cup home, the star player isn't in top form — but he's definitely not dead.