“Soccer isn’t just my favorite game, it’s the world’s favorite game,” the retired athlete, 41, says, later adding, “Soccer isn’t just loved. Soccer is the great global unifier because soccer is love.”
Joining Wambach, 41, in the show are fellow soccer icons including Landon Donovan, Los Angeles Galaxy star Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, Brandi Chastain, Julie Foudy, Briana Scurry and Orlando Pride star Ashlyn Harris.
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In addition, NFL legend Peyton Manning will also make a guest appearance on the show, which was modeled afterPeyton’s Places, Manning’s football-themed series on ESPN for which he revisited moments in NFL history through conversations with former players, coaches and other notable figures.
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The star, who is married to author and activist Glennon Doyle, retired after winning the Women’s World Cup in 2015 and has since transitioned her career toNew York Timesbestselling author and motivational speaker.
source: people.com