Taika Waititi Tapped to Direct Comedic Biopic About Reviving American Samoa's National Soccer Team

Michael Fassbender stars as a coach tasked with leading American Samoa to score their first goal in an international match.
The film is based on the 2014 documentary "Next Goal Wins" about American Samoa's national football team.
Waititi, known for films like "Jojo Rabbit" and "Thor: Ragnarok," directs the comedic biopic.
The all-star cast includes Elisabeth Moss, Will Arnett, and David Fane.
The film follows the team's rise from underdogs to winners as they attempt to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.