“Almaty is closer [to] the Great Wall of China than it is to Buckingham Palace. It was a major stop on the Silk Road. It’s a football-mad city and the temperatures get way below freezing.”
Welcome to the world of Nico Cantor, where each goal in the UEFA Champions League is not just an event but a passport stamp in a broader narrative—a narrative that intertwines sports and intriguing global trivia.

As the leader of ‘The Golazo Show’, a dynamic viewing experience on Paramount+, Cantor enriches the spectator experience with cultural insights and fascinating facts. Each matchday guarantees that every goal is witnessed, regardless of whether it comes from the famed pitches of Europe or the lesser-known fields in Kazakhstan.

The show’s rapid pace is complemented by Cantor’s expertise in sharing quick facts—such as referencing Audrey Hepburn’s birthplace in Brussels—transforming the viewing experience into a delightful cocktail of sport and culture.

Cantor elaborates further: “We adapt to each game quickly, ensuring our audience understands not just the goals but the stories behind them.” For soccer aficionados, this format serves as an invaluable addition to the Champions League journey.

Whether through practical statistical analysis or playful anecdotal references, ‘The Golazo Show’ cultivates an educational environment amid the high-octane football action, enhancing its status as an essential part of the Champions League experience.