The FX documentary series, “Necaxa,” premieres Thursday, August 7 with two new episodes. Follow three passionate stars as they work to revitalize one of Mexico’s most longstanding football clubs.

On the latest episode of the “Daily Variety” podcast, Eva Longoria joined talked about her new soccer docuseries, “Necaxa,” premiering on FX on Aug. 7.

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"Necaxa" is airing the first episode of its debut season on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 9 p.m. There are several ways to watch with a free live stream.

The Ryan Reynolds- and Rob Mac-produced project, which focuses on a struggling squad in Mexico, is one in a recent wave of series about celebrities investing in sports teams.

Longoria revealed that while she was anxious to get involved, Mexicans welcomed her and even granted her a nickname. "I'm Mexican-American and I'm Mexican through and through in my culture. But I am American by nationality.

Eva Longoria reveals why she decided to invest in Necaxa.

"Necaxa," an FX reality show following Longoria's ownership of a down-on-its-luck soccer club, follows the "Welcome to Wrexham" path.