Japanese soccer fans show their National pride.
Nashville is still stepping onto the global stage during the World Cup.
Years ago, uncertainty surrounding the future of Nissan Stadium kept Nashville from becoming a host city. Still, the tournament is bringing an international spotlight to Music City in another way: Samurai Blue, Japan’s national team, has chosen Nashville as its basecamp during the competition.
Today, we get to know the roster, hear about hosting (including a free public viewing opportunity at Geodis Park Jun. 8) and explore Nashville’s decades-long relationship with Japan – a connection that dates back to when Gov. Lamar Alexander helped recruit Nissan to build its first American manufacturing plant here.
This episode was produced by Justin Barney.
Guests
- Mike Woitalla, executive editor, Soccer America
- Teresa Tatlonhari, VP of Marketing & Communications, Nashville Soccer Club
- Mina Johnson, former Councilmember, Metro Nashville
- Masami Tyson, chief of staff, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell
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