[2] It was not until 2011, that further information emerged that a script had been completed and that they were looking for someone to compose the score,[3] with workshops ultimately taking place in 2013[4] and early 2014.

[12] The show's premiere production began previews at the Phoenix Theatre in London, on 15 May 2015, with its official opening night coming on 24 June, initially booking until 11 July 2015.

[20] On 13 March 2015, it was revealed that Ronni Ancona had withdrawn from the production during rehearsals due to family reasons and that Sophie-Louise Dann would replace her in the role of Paula.

[21] The show also included four female footballers who would perform alongside the cast to help bring the game to the stage.

[22] On 7 May 2019 it was announced that the production, which debuted in London's West End in 2015, would have its North American premiere in Toronto, with a limited run at the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts' Bluma Appel Theatre between 7 and 24 Dec.[23]