Brazil '94 remembered as football fever hits TV

Brazil '94, remembered as football fever hits TV anchors a nostalgic look at the 1994 World Cup as streaming and broadcast programming lean into the year ahead of the 2026 tournament. Netflix releases US 94: Brazil's Return To Glory on Sunday, revisiting how Brazil overcame a challenging qualifying campaign to claim a fourth world title, a story that also recalls Ireland's involvement in that World Cup. The documentary includes footage shot by players and interviews with Dunga, Romário and Bebeto, offering a hands-on account of the squad’s resilience and critical moments that defined the campaign.

Our friends across the Irish Sea are celebrating their inclusion in the 2026 World Cup with a slate of programmes. BBC1 will air Rivals: Messi v Ronaldo on Thursday, while Kevin Bridges: In Search Of The Beautiful Game debuts Sunday at 10:30 p.m. Gareth Southgate: Changing The Game For Young Men airs Monday at 9 p.m., and England 2006: The Golden Generation follows on Tuesday at 10:40 p.m. The article frames these offerings as part of a broader appetite for football history as global interest remains high ahead of the next tournament.