Wednesday 25 May 2016 15:43, UK
New York Red Bulls v New York City FC is one of the fiercest rivalries in Major League Soccer, but a new documentary film shows Lloyd Sam and Kwadwo Poku putting club rivalries aside on a trip to Ghana.
Ahed of the New York derby on Saturday - live on Sky Sports 5 HD from 8pm - the new short film shows New York City midfielder Poku and New York Red Bulls winger Sam taking a journey to Ghana, the west African nation both players represent on the international stage.
Poku has taken MLS by storm since being picked up from North American Soccer League (NASL) side Atlanta Silverbacks in 2015.
The 24-year-old has scored four goals in 29 appearances, mainly coming off the bench, and has become something of a fan favourite in the Bronx for his impressive performances. He has drawn comparisons to Yaya Toure since his arrival due to a similar playing style.
After a career in England with Charlton and Leeds, Sam has established himself as one of MLS' most dangerous wingers.
Born in Leeds but raised by Ghanaian parents, Sam made the move to the Red Bulls in 2012 after his contract at Elland Road was not renewed by then-manager Neil Warnock.
Since then, the England-born Ghana international has gone on to win two MLS Supporters' Shields in 2013 and 2015, and is now hoping to go one step beyond and win the elusive MLS Cup this season.
Both Poku and Sam made their debuts for the Black Stars in a friendly against Canada in October last year. The match gave the pair a good opportunity to explore even more about the country they play for.
The documentary - available here in full - sheds light on both Sam and Poku's backgrounds and how the national team has bought them together, despite the rivalry between two of MLS' most renowned clubs.
Watch New York City v New York Red Bulls live on Sky Sports 5 HD from 8pm on Saturday.
