Shirtless Plantain Show

We spoke to Sonja Cori Missio,  a Toronto-based writer who often covers Canadian, Italian, and Swiss soccer.We spoke about her introduction to soccer; her love for Udinese and Toronto FC. We also spoke about the importance of representation, more women's voices in the sport, and what she does to make that a reality.In addition, we talked about the Toronto Raptors, Canada's growth as a soccer country, the greatness that is Canadian Women's soccer and World Cup 2026.We found about her love for The Wire, The Spice Girls, UK Grime, and her lucky boots.

Show Notes

We spoke to Sonja Cori Missio,  a Toronto-based writer who often covers Canadian, Italian, and Swiss soccer.

We spoke about her introduction to soccer; her love for Udinese and Toronto FC. We also spoke about the importance of representation, more women's voices in the sport, and what she does to make that a reality.

In addition, we talked about the Toronto Raptors, Canada's growth as a soccer country, the greatness that is Canadian Women's soccer and World Cup 2026.

We found about her love for The Wire, The Spice Girls, UK Grime, and her lucky boots.

What is Shirtless Plantain Show?

The Shirtless Plantain Show unites football, banter, seriousness and brings a fresh voice to the football world. Coming from immigrant backgrounds mixed with western culture, we are a football collective that does not play by the rules and colors outside the lines. Tune in to hear genuine stories and unique perspectives. We have conversations with amazing guests, using football as our canvas to paint stories from a unique lens.