Club De Cuervos (2015) s01e08 Episode Script
Aitor
1 "If a player is not interfering with play or seeking to gain an advantage, then he should be.
" "Bill Shankly" - [whistle blowing.]
- [theme music playing.]
A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES [whistle blowing.]
[crowd cheering.]
[crowd cheering.]
[stadium horn blowing.]
[heroic music playing.]
[narrator.]
Winner of the 2010 World Cup, two UEFA Champions League titles, and second-highest scorer in the history of Spanish soccer.
[heroic music continues.]
[inaudible.]
Superstar soccer player Aitor Cardone is one of the most renowned athletes in the world today.
CARDONE'S EXCESSES Whether he's winning championships CARDONE'S SCANDALOUS WORLD CUP CELEBRATION or in the middle of controversy Hey, get that camera out of my face.
Get it out of here! INFIDELITIES OF THE SPORTS WORLD! [narrator.]
Aitor Cardone is one of the most controversial celebrities in sports today.
Who's the subject of this story? - Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
Aitor Cardone.
Hey, help me! Help me, dude! Don't film me, help me! They don't know how to be at my level, so why don't you go and ask them? [reporters clamoring.]
Yes, Samuel, but Aitor Cardone is one of those dangerous guys, a troublemaker who could explode at any moment and lose a week's work.
[bad analyst.]
No, it's more dangerous to have him as a rival than a teammate.
That's a fact.
Well, yeah, I won't lie to you.
I like playing dirty SUPERSTAR and I don't care what those bastard referees say, or even my idiot of a coach.
Despite his talent, he's always had problems in every team he's played for.
Look, Cardone is a diva.
You can't do anything with him.
[grunts.]
I'm sorry, but I'd rather not talk about it anymore.
He left Italy on bad terms, he left France on bad terms MONSERRAT AND AITOR CANCEL WEDDING Aitor Cardone is a bastard.
If you wanted to hear it, there it is.
But I suppose, with the medication and everything, I consider myself wiser, a new Aitor, a more mature Aitor.
[narrator.]
In this edition of Nacion Futbol CANNIBAL AITOR we'll see the controversial Spanish forward up close in one of his most surprising moves SHINING ON THE RED CARPE his transfer to a Mexican team, the Nuevo Toledo Cuervos.
Thanks to the unlimited access provided by the team, we'll analyze up close this controversial signing and its possible effect on this institution.
And now, Nacion Futbol "In Depth.
" [theme music playing.]
NACION FUTBOL IN DEPTH [indistinct.]
[narrator.]
Isabel Iglesias, daughter of Nuevo Toledo Cuervos owner Salvador Iglesias, has given us an exclusive look at the details of Aitor Cardone's signing.
The Nuevo Toledo Cuervos.
What does that name mean to you? This team has been my home ever since I can remember, so Like my father, I have given my blood, sweat and tears to make sure this is the best soccer team in the country.
[narrator.]
Isabel's father, Salvador Iglesias, bought the Cuervos more than 30 years ago.
After his death, the presidency was inherited by his youngest child, Salvador Iglesias Jr.
I really believe that at this time PRESIDENT, CUERVOS FC I'm much more qualified than my dad was when he bought the team, you know? I've been living here all my life.
I spent my whole life watching games, meeting players, observing my dad's successes and mistakes, you know? I've absorbed this since birth, dude.
[narrator.]
Aitor Cardone's arrival has divided opinions within the Nuevo Toledo community.
Everything is ready for Spanish player Aitor Cardone's arrival.
Spain was certainly troubled by what happened with Aitor Cardone.
Unlike other soccer players who come here just to earn some money at the end of their career, this man is in his prime.
The fact that a madman, a genius, a great player comes to our sport, our environment and our surroundings should be celebrated.
In my opinion, bringing in a player like Aitor Cardone has the potential to be destructive.
SPAIN [reporter.]
Many fans have gathered since yesterday afternoon to welcome Aitor Cardone, who had to make an emergency stop in Cuba, but the Catalan player has been here in Mexico since this morning.
We expect to see him arrive any time now.
[chanting.]
Aitor, Aitor We love you, Aitor.
[cheering.]
[crowd shouting.]
Today is sheer madness in Nuevo Toledo.
Aitor Cardone has landed.
Welcome, champ.
This is your home.
Welcome.
- Well, I - Thank you.
That goes over there.
THE ROAD TO NUEVO TOLEDO 8 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION We got this especially for you, dude.
Don't think it's any old crap.
[laughs.]
Are you filming? Well, I want to toast to a new beginning and also a brilliant future.
So, cheers.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
In the eyes, dude.
It's bad luck here otherwise.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
- Welcome.
A pleasure to have you here.
- Cheers.
Thanks.
[narrator.]
A small city three hours from the capital, Nuevo Toledo was known for centuries for its copper mines.
When millionaire industrialist Salvador Iglesias bought the team in the Liga de Ascenso more than 30 years ago, no one thought that investment could change the destiny of this small city.
The team represents hope for all of the city's inhabitants.
My dad built this team with the intention of making Nuevo Toledo known nationwide.
Now I want the world to know it, you know? And if I become a little known in the process, well I won't complain.
Hey, is it me or have we been on the road for more than two hours? No.
No, I don't think so.
You know what it is? There's a lot of traffic here in Mexico, so it makes it seem like you're spending more time in the car.
No, it's actually been more than two hours, and that's unacceptable.
Who is this guy? My name is Fernando.
VICE PRESIDENT, CARDONE ENTERPRISES I make sure that there are no surprises.
Aitor detests surprises.
You said the team was in Mexico City.
You're a liar.
I said it was a city in Mexico near Mexico City.
Look, obviously it's not close, huh? Look, I'm sorry I called you a liar because I want to say it again, and that would be redundant, understand? And being redundant pisses me off.
Are you kidding or what? I thought there'd be more pyramids.
RECEPTION IN NUEVO TOLEDO [Hugo Sanchez.]
The governor had to go.
[Chava.]
Why did he have to go? [Hugo Sanchez.]
Well, the event was early this morning.
He's the governor.
He had to go and govern.
Okay, then call the goddamn mayor.
- There must be someone around here to - Okay.
Look, we'll leave the event for another day, but I'll explain where we are so you can get your bearings.
- This is Nuevo Toledo's main square.
- [Fernando sighs.]
And this is the main street.
It's like our Gran Via, right? Like our Ramblas, you know? Sure, it doesn't have all the extravagant shopping or fancy restaurants, but the pork rind here is the best in the country.
- Ugh! - Pork rind.
Yes.
In fact, when we want to go to those streets where everything's happening well, we go to Houston.
If you like Houston so much, why don't you try to move the team there? It would be interesting, wouldn't it? I know Nuevo Toledo isn't a great city like Barcelona or New York, London or Bangkok, but Even like Houston, right? Which, by the way, is the fourth largest city in the States.
Mmm-hmm.
- Right? - Yes, the fourth.
But actually, Nuevo Toledo has a lot of potential.
Come in.
AITOR CARDONE'S HOUSE Okay, what's this? [Hugo Sanchez.]
This is one of the best houses in the city.
Well, except for my boss, Mr.
Chava's.
Uh so, what are we doing here? You didn't like it either, did you? CHAVA IGLESIAS' HOUSE [Chava.]
This is the foyer, this is the lounge, this is the games room.
There's a pool table, also a cinema, we have a pool downstairs.
There's a golf course, if Aitor wants some air or whatever.
And there are domestic staff available 24 hours for anything you need.
- [snaps fingers.]
- Look, Chava this isn't up to Aitor's standards either.
I like your house.
- What do you need, Fer? - What did you say? To understand what it is you're looking for, because [Fernando.]
Look, I need somewhere tasteful that isn't overdone.
I need a lot of things, Chava.
- Don't worry.
- You're fucking kidding, right? [Fernando.]
Relax.
[Chava.]
Look, it's okay.
We're looking for something else and it's not here.
If we have to take you to another city, we will.
We want you to be happy.
If this isn't working for you, no problem, we'll solve it.
On our end [hits microphone.]
we'll do anything to make you happy.
- Yes.
- That's what Aitor wants to hear.
Of course, let's make it work.
- That's it.
- It's going to work, right? - Go Cuervos.
- Don't worry, dude.
Don't worry.
[whispers.]
What's up? Uh We had a situation.
Aitor is spending the night in Mexico City.
We're going to the Four Seasons.
Obviously we're covering the costs.
The helicopter costs, too.
Aitor is tired.
He doesn't want to go back by car.
Well, it's understandable.
He's a star.
He's used to that treatment and you have to treat stars like that.
[Aitor.]
Are you coming or what? - Let's go.
- [Fernando.]
Come on, dude.
Looks like we're all going partying.
[laughs.]
- Can I see something? - [man.]
Later.
I'll take the mic then.
Thanks, dude.
Coming, dude! Sorry, this deal with the fucking special is stupid.
[chuckles.]
No, there.
- [Chava.]
What is it? - [driver.]
It won't start.
- What do you mean? - It won't start.
Hey, just tell me one thing, is it Ai-tor or Ait-or? EX-HEAD COACH, CUERVOS FC It seems to me that signing Aitor is an attempt to distract people, to cover up the bullshit they've been doing Thanks, Rodrigo.
All the bullshit they've been doing since Chava Iglesias came to the team.
This is one of my favorite photos of my dad.
It's when they were building the stadium.
He was very happy because we'd just moved up to the 1st Division, the governor had just given us what we needed, you know? [chuckles.]
The funds for it The previous governor, because the current one just thinks of the people.
Hold on.
Better not put that in.
I'll give it to you from the top.
This is one of my favorite photos of my dad.
It's when they were building the stadium, and he was very happy.
CUERVOS STADIUM 6 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION [Chava.]
I can't believe they've made us wait 35 minutes, man.
- [Hugo Sanchez.]
Yes, sir, it's 25, but - Here they come now.
[Hugo Sanchez.]
Perfect, sir.
Open the door, dude.
GENERAL MANAGER, CUERVOS FC With a player like Aitor, of course, I like to think about the possibilities he brings.
Um Precisely because of the difference in his training, the figure he is.
I think this could be good for the team in terms of motivation.
Well, this is a very special day for the Cuervos family.
I know that this man on my left needs no introduction, but I want to ask you, please, to give a warm welcome to What did you say your name was? [all laugh.]
Okay, with you is Aitor Cardone, God damn! [Moises.]
Come on.
[Chava.]
Welcome, dude.
We are the Cuervos We are the best And if you challenge us You'll be scared shitless We'll take the field to kick some ass We play with all of our heart [laughing.]
And if they fear us, we recognize it Because their fear makes us succeed [man.]
Come on! Against us their ideals fall short Because we have passion in our hearts - [all shouting.]
Cuervos! - [squawking.]
[squawking.]
No way, dude, no way.
This is badass shit, dude.
CENTER FORWARD, CUERVOS FC Well, for me it's an honor to have this crazy guy here.
Um I've seen a lot of players, a lot of stars, really, a lot of stars, but this kid beats them, this kid beats them all.
[indistinct conversation.]
Hey, how are you, champ? Okay? - Welcome.
Potro.
- Potro? [Aitor.]
How's it going? CENSORED A pleasure.
Okay.
Enjoy it, huh? [Potro.]
And the truth is we looked at each other and Look, I didn't know what to say to him.
But the kid's a star, dude.
That's how stars are.
Maradona's like that.
We've met before, dude.
I played against you.
- Oh, yeah? - Yeah, at the last World Cup.
Ah, that's cool.
Yeah.
I made a little play there.
I lost one guy, shot - and post, almost scored.
- Ah, that was you.
Yeah, sure.
I remember that game, I scored two goals.
- Yes.
- Awesome goals.
What's up? Mr.
Cardone, could you sign my ball? Yes, sure.
It's for my nephew, he's a big fan.
A big fan of yours, sir.
- There you go, kid.
- Thanks.
[all laugh.]
[players teasing.]
Watch out, the kid has a permanent hard-on.
ROOKIE, CUERVOS FC - [cameraman.]
It was for you, right? - Of course.
[Chava.]
This is your kingdom, man.
[Fernando.]
What a great stadium.
Are you happy, dude? Well, I'm already imagining They'll be shouting, eh? Aitor! Aitor! - [laughs.]
- Let them come and shout, kid.
[all chuckle.]
Hey, wait.
I want It's a special moment, right? Let me capture it, man.
What do you want? Ah.
[Aitor whispers.]
It's cool.
Thanks, dude.
[laughs.]
- [Chava chuckles.]
- [Fernando whispers.]
- Wow, fantastic! - That's cool! Here we have some of the most important moments that have happened in the stadium, right? As you know, in Nuevo Toledo we have a long tradition of victories.
Well, I can only see one.
We've reached the final eight times.
- Exactly, eight times.
- [Fernando.]
Yeah? Eight Actually, we've never won a championship, but we have confidence that now that you're here with us, - that's going to change, right? - Cool.
And, well, here we have one of the most moving images for me.
It's a photo my dad took with Pele.
[Fernando.]
How moving.
- Yes.
- [Aitor.]
Pele played here? - What? - He played here? Pele Uh, no, it was a meet and greet.
- Mmm-hmm.
- And here are the trophies.
- Impressive, right? - Where? Ah.
These here.
Excuse me, look here.
We also have this and They're not that big, but they are heavy.
[Chava.]
Well, those are some of the souvenirs.
Yes, from the souvenir shop, right? When the people come to a game.
We can give you one with your with your name engraved, and in case [cup shatters.]
Look, I think that Aitor Cardone coming to play here is without a doubt the greatest moment in Mexican soccer history.
And, I don't know, I think if Pele was still alive, man, and said he wanted to play soccer again and he wanted to be a forward, this would still be greater, you know? [cameraman.]
But Pele is still alive.
[laughs softly.]
Yes.
It's a metaphor, dude.
I was referring to his career.
[Fredy.]
Aitor Cardone is a great player with a lot of talent.
We hope to get the best out of him on the field, right? And, well, I know his style of play.
HEAD COACH, CUERVOS FC And when he manages to tone up, if the necessary environment is created, I think he can be very useful to us.
[Luis Garcia.]
Let's see if Pausini has sufficient intelligence and, of course, the guts to constrain this guy, treat him like a genius, of course, and also make him observe certain rules, right? Great leaders have the ability to manage the great figures and geniuses as geniuses, and the soldiers as soldiers, and not the other way around.
MEXICO CITY 5 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION A sober decor so the kid can concentrate.
Yeah, sure.
[Aitor moaning.]
I think we're satisfied.
Well, all right, and now we've got a penthouse for Mr.
Aitor here in Mexico City.
It's one of the best in the country.
Just for the record.
And right now we're all going to rest together in the house and maybe order some food Well, I think he's going to rest a while, right? I'll be right back.
First you pay too much for a house and don't tell anyone.
Felix, sorry, it was in his contract.
The one you wrote up No, sir.
It was a house in his contract, not the Taj Mahal! The Taj Mahal isn't a house, it's a mausoleum.
- Ah, okay.
- I don't understand the problem.
- What's the problem? - And now, now, - you go to Mexico City - Yes.
you spend too much on a penthouse, and again you don't tell anyone! Shit, sorry for trying to solve the problem.
[all arguing.]
- This is a board, we have a procedure! - There's a diva on the team.
- Haven't you read the statutes? - Why are you like this? Why are you being like this? Why are you filming this? Are you filming this? - [Isabel.]
No.
- Hey! Hey! [Felix.]
You can't film this.
[Chava.]
Felix, calm down, please.
- [Felix.]
Hey, you can't film this! - [Chava.]
Felix, calm down.
- You don't understand Spanish? - Calm down.
- Come here, give me that camera! - Felix, calm down.
[interviewer.]
It's rumored that you had three players already signed before Aitor.
Was it just a rumor? Yes.
Then you approved of signing Aitor? Look, what are these questions? What do you want? To ruin the club's image or what? Have you abandoned your famous Eight-Year Plan? This is part of that plan.
Chava and I agreed to keep this plan, just with a broader vision.
Do you think Chava Iglesias was to blame Okay, this interview is over.
So, who do I give this microphone to? Who do you think you are? Jose Ramon Fernandez or what? [Chava.]
If he doesn't want to train every day, well, that's superstars, man.
What can I do? I have to talk to you.
- Can you just give me a second? - It's urgent.
Now.
Don't worry.
- Now, please.
- Yes, what is it? [Fernando.]
There's an issue with Cardone that's not finalized.
- I wanted to tell you, uh - What is it? Aitor must be team captain from now on.
But Moises has always been captain.
Yeah, but Aitor is an international-level player, Spanish team striker, world champion, you understand? Yes Moises went to the World Cup, too.
Yeah, man, he didn't start in 2006, but that doesn't lessen the achievement.
Sometimes I get the impression that your team isn't at the same level as Aitor Cardone, eh? And can't they share the captaincy? Please.
Well, I don't know, keep it equal.
I'll talk to Moises.
Thank you.
Ah, and Aitor is going to need number 10 on his shirt, okay? What's up, Aitor? Good morning.
Everything okay? Great.
[sniffs.]
I'm going to steal Moises a second.
Moi, Moi.
[inaudible.]
Fuck you, asshole.
Damn it! He took the captain's armband and the number 10 from Moises? No, no.
You're joking.
How brutal Look.
When you give so much power to one player, you end up working for him.
MOISES: Well, Aitor is a He's a player that Well, he's an international star.
FORWARD, CUERVOS FC He asked me personally, spoke to me and very nicely, together with Chava, he asked me for the team captaincy, and I had no problem handing it over.
On the contrary, Aitor came to contribute and all the players are here for that.
In that sense, I gave him the captaincy and the number 10 because I think a player of his stature has earned it and I'm very happy for him and everyone.
Is that all? Thanks.
Can you help me take this off? [Isabel.]
Look, my dad was a very cautious man, and I think he was very conscious of the effects that a star player has on team cohesion.
Would you have done the same had you been president? But I'm not president.
If you were? Well, no, probably not.
Anything else you'd do differently? Well, some advice comes to mind that my dad asked us to always remember.
Like what? Well, like leave game strategy to the coaches.
What's the deal with these fucking long faces? Sure, the goddamn stadium is only half full.
And sure, they kicked our asses last time we played them.
[Tony.]
And the time before that, too.
And the time before that, too.
[Tony.]
And also the time before that, sir.
- [Chava.]
Also the time - [Tony.]
Yes, sir.
Well, have we ever beaten them or what? [Tony.]
No.
No, sir.
No.
We're fucked, then, right? [Chava.]
Go, Cuervos! Awesome.
Such as not giving speeches in the locker rooms Remember when we went to that foundation, Make-A-Wish? Well, I met Santi there, a beautiful little boy He was seven years old.
And now he's in heaven watching us.
So let's win this fucking game for Santi.
[voice breaking.]
Okay? Hey, guys, I want to tell you that if we win this game, I'll personally pay for all of Santi's treatment so he gets better and plays with us next week.
[Paty cheering.]
Come on! - Great! - He died.
The boy already died.
No fucking way.
When, dude? My dad always told us never to confuse the players with our friends That the players need to respect and recognize your authority.
Do you think the players respect your brother? I don't know.
Do you respect him? [Chuckles.]
Uh Well, he's not my boss.
- So - Hmm.
I like to think I'm a daring entrepreneur.
I like being a I like to go against the flow, you know? There are people who don't like to go outside the line when drawing.
I like to let the pencil go, dude, you know? Let's go, man.
Gather round, please.
[clears throat.]
Well, on behalf of the management, I want to thank you for your patience while we smooth out the rough edges.
Everything has happened very fast.
- Felix.
- Yes.
Is it true Aitor isn't coming to the pre-game meeting with us? Who said that? Aitor and Chava.
[sighs.]
Aitor is going to the meeting with you, okay? No, no, I won't.
Does it look like I'm distracted? [Laughs.]
[laughs.]
Come on, please.
CUERVOS STADIUM DAY OF OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION [Chava.]
It's important, dude.
He's our goddamn star.
Come on! Kick some ass, Aitor! Damn! If this dude isn't happy, I'm fucked.
- [Felix.]
Chava, Chava.
- What? It's not too late to get out of this.
What are you saying, man? The whole world is watching.
Don't fuck around, Felix.
I know how to kill that contract, Chava.
You only have to say no to them, - and they'll back out.
- No way, no.
Trust me.
Do you think, man, that [sighs.]
Chava No, no fucking way.
We're not backing out, dude.
We can do this.
Besides, people are calling me President Phony.
Do you think it'd be good for my image if I back out? It won't be the first contract to fall through.
- I don't give a shit.
- It can be done.
Calm down, please.
Help me get what I'm asking you for and smile at the damn cameras.
Come on, Cuervos! SALVADOR IGLESIAS PRESIDEN [cheerleaders shouting.]
[chanting.]
Aitor, Aitor! On behalf of the Cuervos family, I welcome you to this conference.
It's an honor for me to be such an important step for this club.
We want to announce that from today number 10 of the Cuervos has a new name and that name is Cardone.
- [cheerleaders cheer.]
- [applause.]
[cheerleaders shout.]
[cheerleaders shouting.]
[applause.]
It's pure euphoria, dude.
[laughs.]
[speaking English.]
It's my fucking kingdom, man.
[cameraman.]
Is this the team you dreamed of? No way, much more, man.
Much more.
I think this has exceeded expectations by a lot.
In a matter of weeks, Aitor has taken this team from obscurity relative, at least, to being one of the most internationally recognized clubs.
That's no small feat.
[cameraman.]
The whole world is talking about the Cuervos.
[speaking English.]
The world is talking, man.
The world is talking.
[cheerleaders cheering.]
Doesn't it worry you that signing Aitor could turn out to be fatal for the Cuervos? I'm going to tell you something.
My dad, Salvador Iglesias, loved Nuevo Toledo.
He built all this with a lot of love and a lot of determination.
Then, suddenly, all at once they suddenly gave the reins to a boy who's a party animal.
Well, it was a decision that shocked me.
I was the one who was with Dad all the time.
And I was the one who worked with Dad and was there with him and listened to him.
It was me, you understand? So now you get this [sighs.]
[sniffling.]
Sorry.
I think we're moving away from the path my dad built.
And to bring in a player like Aitor Cardone, I don't think that's for the Cuervos.
And so? What do you suggest? What should be done? - Honestly? - Please.
I think he should go.
- Who? Cardone? - No.
My brother Chava.
["Flight of the Valkyries" playing.]
[narrator.]
Could his time in Mexico revive Aitor Cardone's career and finally lift the Cuervos to their coveted first championship? Well, it's really cool.
Truth is, it's really cool.
I like it.
The only thing is, the food is shit.
[narrator.]
Or maybe the difficult personality of this extravagant player will eventually open the abyss between the Iglesias siblings, plunging the team into a catastrophic season.
[inaudible.]
I think they're very innovative changes in Mexican soccer.
CARDONE'S DEBUT CUERVOS VS CHIVAS NEXT SUNDAY We shouldn't rush to judge.
[good analyst.]
I'm worried about the Cuervos' future.
It's a team of national players, of seniority, used to being in the playoffs.
I don't know if Salvador is the one to complete this project.
To me it seems that the team should stay in the family, yes, but in Isabel's hands.
- Chava is the one who brought in Cardone.
- Yes, in desperation.
Let's let the gentleman make his debut and score some goals.
Let's see, let's see.
Aitor Cardone, we'll see you next week.
I'll shut my mouth.
Let's see if it's true.
[narrator.]
All the passion and all the excitement will be here on Nacion Futbol "In Depth.
" [theme music playing.]
Your hair looked awesome.
[stammering.]
Very presidential.
" "Bill Shankly" - [whistle blowing.]
- [theme music playing.]
A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES [whistle blowing.]
[crowd cheering.]
[crowd cheering.]
[stadium horn blowing.]
[heroic music playing.]
[narrator.]
Winner of the 2010 World Cup, two UEFA Champions League titles, and second-highest scorer in the history of Spanish soccer.
[heroic music continues.]
[inaudible.]
Superstar soccer player Aitor Cardone is one of the most renowned athletes in the world today.
CARDONE'S EXCESSES Whether he's winning championships CARDONE'S SCANDALOUS WORLD CUP CELEBRATION or in the middle of controversy Hey, get that camera out of my face.
Get it out of here! INFIDELITIES OF THE SPORTS WORLD! [narrator.]
Aitor Cardone is one of the most controversial celebrities in sports today.
Who's the subject of this story? - Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
- Aitor Cardone.
Aitor Cardone.
Hey, help me! Help me, dude! Don't film me, help me! They don't know how to be at my level, so why don't you go and ask them? [reporters clamoring.]
Yes, Samuel, but Aitor Cardone is one of those dangerous guys, a troublemaker who could explode at any moment and lose a week's work.
[bad analyst.]
No, it's more dangerous to have him as a rival than a teammate.
That's a fact.
Well, yeah, I won't lie to you.
I like playing dirty SUPERSTAR and I don't care what those bastard referees say, or even my idiot of a coach.
Despite his talent, he's always had problems in every team he's played for.
Look, Cardone is a diva.
You can't do anything with him.
[grunts.]
I'm sorry, but I'd rather not talk about it anymore.
He left Italy on bad terms, he left France on bad terms MONSERRAT AND AITOR CANCEL WEDDING Aitor Cardone is a bastard.
If you wanted to hear it, there it is.
But I suppose, with the medication and everything, I consider myself wiser, a new Aitor, a more mature Aitor.
[narrator.]
In this edition of Nacion Futbol CANNIBAL AITOR we'll see the controversial Spanish forward up close in one of his most surprising moves SHINING ON THE RED CARPE his transfer to a Mexican team, the Nuevo Toledo Cuervos.
Thanks to the unlimited access provided by the team, we'll analyze up close this controversial signing and its possible effect on this institution.
And now, Nacion Futbol "In Depth.
" [theme music playing.]
NACION FUTBOL IN DEPTH [indistinct.]
[narrator.]
Isabel Iglesias, daughter of Nuevo Toledo Cuervos owner Salvador Iglesias, has given us an exclusive look at the details of Aitor Cardone's signing.
The Nuevo Toledo Cuervos.
What does that name mean to you? This team has been my home ever since I can remember, so Like my father, I have given my blood, sweat and tears to make sure this is the best soccer team in the country.
[narrator.]
Isabel's father, Salvador Iglesias, bought the Cuervos more than 30 years ago.
After his death, the presidency was inherited by his youngest child, Salvador Iglesias Jr.
I really believe that at this time PRESIDENT, CUERVOS FC I'm much more qualified than my dad was when he bought the team, you know? I've been living here all my life.
I spent my whole life watching games, meeting players, observing my dad's successes and mistakes, you know? I've absorbed this since birth, dude.
[narrator.]
Aitor Cardone's arrival has divided opinions within the Nuevo Toledo community.
Everything is ready for Spanish player Aitor Cardone's arrival.
Spain was certainly troubled by what happened with Aitor Cardone.
Unlike other soccer players who come here just to earn some money at the end of their career, this man is in his prime.
The fact that a madman, a genius, a great player comes to our sport, our environment and our surroundings should be celebrated.
In my opinion, bringing in a player like Aitor Cardone has the potential to be destructive.
SPAIN [reporter.]
Many fans have gathered since yesterday afternoon to welcome Aitor Cardone, who had to make an emergency stop in Cuba, but the Catalan player has been here in Mexico since this morning.
We expect to see him arrive any time now.
[chanting.]
Aitor, Aitor We love you, Aitor.
[cheering.]
[crowd shouting.]
Today is sheer madness in Nuevo Toledo.
Aitor Cardone has landed.
Welcome, champ.
This is your home.
Welcome.
- Well, I - Thank you.
That goes over there.
THE ROAD TO NUEVO TOLEDO 8 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION We got this especially for you, dude.
Don't think it's any old crap.
[laughs.]
Are you filming? Well, I want to toast to a new beginning and also a brilliant future.
So, cheers.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
In the eyes, dude.
It's bad luck here otherwise.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
- Welcome.
A pleasure to have you here.
- Cheers.
Thanks.
[narrator.]
A small city three hours from the capital, Nuevo Toledo was known for centuries for its copper mines.
When millionaire industrialist Salvador Iglesias bought the team in the Liga de Ascenso more than 30 years ago, no one thought that investment could change the destiny of this small city.
The team represents hope for all of the city's inhabitants.
My dad built this team with the intention of making Nuevo Toledo known nationwide.
Now I want the world to know it, you know? And if I become a little known in the process, well I won't complain.
Hey, is it me or have we been on the road for more than two hours? No.
No, I don't think so.
You know what it is? There's a lot of traffic here in Mexico, so it makes it seem like you're spending more time in the car.
No, it's actually been more than two hours, and that's unacceptable.
Who is this guy? My name is Fernando.
VICE PRESIDENT, CARDONE ENTERPRISES I make sure that there are no surprises.
Aitor detests surprises.
You said the team was in Mexico City.
You're a liar.
I said it was a city in Mexico near Mexico City.
Look, obviously it's not close, huh? Look, I'm sorry I called you a liar because I want to say it again, and that would be redundant, understand? And being redundant pisses me off.
Are you kidding or what? I thought there'd be more pyramids.
RECEPTION IN NUEVO TOLEDO [Hugo Sanchez.]
The governor had to go.
[Chava.]
Why did he have to go? [Hugo Sanchez.]
Well, the event was early this morning.
He's the governor.
He had to go and govern.
Okay, then call the goddamn mayor.
- There must be someone around here to - Okay.
Look, we'll leave the event for another day, but I'll explain where we are so you can get your bearings.
- This is Nuevo Toledo's main square.
- [Fernando sighs.]
And this is the main street.
It's like our Gran Via, right? Like our Ramblas, you know? Sure, it doesn't have all the extravagant shopping or fancy restaurants, but the pork rind here is the best in the country.
- Ugh! - Pork rind.
Yes.
In fact, when we want to go to those streets where everything's happening well, we go to Houston.
If you like Houston so much, why don't you try to move the team there? It would be interesting, wouldn't it? I know Nuevo Toledo isn't a great city like Barcelona or New York, London or Bangkok, but Even like Houston, right? Which, by the way, is the fourth largest city in the States.
Mmm-hmm.
- Right? - Yes, the fourth.
But actually, Nuevo Toledo has a lot of potential.
Come in.
AITOR CARDONE'S HOUSE Okay, what's this? [Hugo Sanchez.]
This is one of the best houses in the city.
Well, except for my boss, Mr.
Chava's.
Uh so, what are we doing here? You didn't like it either, did you? CHAVA IGLESIAS' HOUSE [Chava.]
This is the foyer, this is the lounge, this is the games room.
There's a pool table, also a cinema, we have a pool downstairs.
There's a golf course, if Aitor wants some air or whatever.
And there are domestic staff available 24 hours for anything you need.
- [snaps fingers.]
- Look, Chava this isn't up to Aitor's standards either.
I like your house.
- What do you need, Fer? - What did you say? To understand what it is you're looking for, because [Fernando.]
Look, I need somewhere tasteful that isn't overdone.
I need a lot of things, Chava.
- Don't worry.
- You're fucking kidding, right? [Fernando.]
Relax.
[Chava.]
Look, it's okay.
We're looking for something else and it's not here.
If we have to take you to another city, we will.
We want you to be happy.
If this isn't working for you, no problem, we'll solve it.
On our end [hits microphone.]
we'll do anything to make you happy.
- Yes.
- That's what Aitor wants to hear.
Of course, let's make it work.
- That's it.
- It's going to work, right? - Go Cuervos.
- Don't worry, dude.
Don't worry.
[whispers.]
What's up? Uh We had a situation.
Aitor is spending the night in Mexico City.
We're going to the Four Seasons.
Obviously we're covering the costs.
The helicopter costs, too.
Aitor is tired.
He doesn't want to go back by car.
Well, it's understandable.
He's a star.
He's used to that treatment and you have to treat stars like that.
[Aitor.]
Are you coming or what? - Let's go.
- [Fernando.]
Come on, dude.
Looks like we're all going partying.
[laughs.]
- Can I see something? - [man.]
Later.
I'll take the mic then.
Thanks, dude.
Coming, dude! Sorry, this deal with the fucking special is stupid.
[chuckles.]
No, there.
- [Chava.]
What is it? - [driver.]
It won't start.
- What do you mean? - It won't start.
Hey, just tell me one thing, is it Ai-tor or Ait-or? EX-HEAD COACH, CUERVOS FC It seems to me that signing Aitor is an attempt to distract people, to cover up the bullshit they've been doing Thanks, Rodrigo.
All the bullshit they've been doing since Chava Iglesias came to the team.
This is one of my favorite photos of my dad.
It's when they were building the stadium.
He was very happy because we'd just moved up to the 1st Division, the governor had just given us what we needed, you know? [chuckles.]
The funds for it The previous governor, because the current one just thinks of the people.
Hold on.
Better not put that in.
I'll give it to you from the top.
This is one of my favorite photos of my dad.
It's when they were building the stadium, and he was very happy.
CUERVOS STADIUM 6 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION [Chava.]
I can't believe they've made us wait 35 minutes, man.
- [Hugo Sanchez.]
Yes, sir, it's 25, but - Here they come now.
[Hugo Sanchez.]
Perfect, sir.
Open the door, dude.
GENERAL MANAGER, CUERVOS FC With a player like Aitor, of course, I like to think about the possibilities he brings.
Um Precisely because of the difference in his training, the figure he is.
I think this could be good for the team in terms of motivation.
Well, this is a very special day for the Cuervos family.
I know that this man on my left needs no introduction, but I want to ask you, please, to give a warm welcome to What did you say your name was? [all laugh.]
Okay, with you is Aitor Cardone, God damn! [Moises.]
Come on.
[Chava.]
Welcome, dude.
We are the Cuervos We are the best And if you challenge us You'll be scared shitless We'll take the field to kick some ass We play with all of our heart [laughing.]
And if they fear us, we recognize it Because their fear makes us succeed [man.]
Come on! Against us their ideals fall short Because we have passion in our hearts - [all shouting.]
Cuervos! - [squawking.]
[squawking.]
No way, dude, no way.
This is badass shit, dude.
CENTER FORWARD, CUERVOS FC Well, for me it's an honor to have this crazy guy here.
Um I've seen a lot of players, a lot of stars, really, a lot of stars, but this kid beats them, this kid beats them all.
[indistinct conversation.]
Hey, how are you, champ? Okay? - Welcome.
Potro.
- Potro? [Aitor.]
How's it going? CENSORED A pleasure.
Okay.
Enjoy it, huh? [Potro.]
And the truth is we looked at each other and Look, I didn't know what to say to him.
But the kid's a star, dude.
That's how stars are.
Maradona's like that.
We've met before, dude.
I played against you.
- Oh, yeah? - Yeah, at the last World Cup.
Ah, that's cool.
Yeah.
I made a little play there.
I lost one guy, shot - and post, almost scored.
- Ah, that was you.
Yeah, sure.
I remember that game, I scored two goals.
- Yes.
- Awesome goals.
What's up? Mr.
Cardone, could you sign my ball? Yes, sure.
It's for my nephew, he's a big fan.
A big fan of yours, sir.
- There you go, kid.
- Thanks.
[all laugh.]
[players teasing.]
Watch out, the kid has a permanent hard-on.
ROOKIE, CUERVOS FC - [cameraman.]
It was for you, right? - Of course.
[Chava.]
This is your kingdom, man.
[Fernando.]
What a great stadium.
Are you happy, dude? Well, I'm already imagining They'll be shouting, eh? Aitor! Aitor! - [laughs.]
- Let them come and shout, kid.
[all chuckle.]
Hey, wait.
I want It's a special moment, right? Let me capture it, man.
What do you want? Ah.
[Aitor whispers.]
It's cool.
Thanks, dude.
[laughs.]
- [Chava chuckles.]
- [Fernando whispers.]
- Wow, fantastic! - That's cool! Here we have some of the most important moments that have happened in the stadium, right? As you know, in Nuevo Toledo we have a long tradition of victories.
Well, I can only see one.
We've reached the final eight times.
- Exactly, eight times.
- [Fernando.]
Yeah? Eight Actually, we've never won a championship, but we have confidence that now that you're here with us, - that's going to change, right? - Cool.
And, well, here we have one of the most moving images for me.
It's a photo my dad took with Pele.
[Fernando.]
How moving.
- Yes.
- [Aitor.]
Pele played here? - What? - He played here? Pele Uh, no, it was a meet and greet.
- Mmm-hmm.
- And here are the trophies.
- Impressive, right? - Where? Ah.
These here.
Excuse me, look here.
We also have this and They're not that big, but they are heavy.
[Chava.]
Well, those are some of the souvenirs.
Yes, from the souvenir shop, right? When the people come to a game.
We can give you one with your with your name engraved, and in case [cup shatters.]
Look, I think that Aitor Cardone coming to play here is without a doubt the greatest moment in Mexican soccer history.
And, I don't know, I think if Pele was still alive, man, and said he wanted to play soccer again and he wanted to be a forward, this would still be greater, you know? [cameraman.]
But Pele is still alive.
[laughs softly.]
Yes.
It's a metaphor, dude.
I was referring to his career.
[Fredy.]
Aitor Cardone is a great player with a lot of talent.
We hope to get the best out of him on the field, right? And, well, I know his style of play.
HEAD COACH, CUERVOS FC And when he manages to tone up, if the necessary environment is created, I think he can be very useful to us.
[Luis Garcia.]
Let's see if Pausini has sufficient intelligence and, of course, the guts to constrain this guy, treat him like a genius, of course, and also make him observe certain rules, right? Great leaders have the ability to manage the great figures and geniuses as geniuses, and the soldiers as soldiers, and not the other way around.
MEXICO CITY 5 DAYS BEFORE OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION A sober decor so the kid can concentrate.
Yeah, sure.
[Aitor moaning.]
I think we're satisfied.
Well, all right, and now we've got a penthouse for Mr.
Aitor here in Mexico City.
It's one of the best in the country.
Just for the record.
And right now we're all going to rest together in the house and maybe order some food Well, I think he's going to rest a while, right? I'll be right back.
First you pay too much for a house and don't tell anyone.
Felix, sorry, it was in his contract.
The one you wrote up No, sir.
It was a house in his contract, not the Taj Mahal! The Taj Mahal isn't a house, it's a mausoleum.
- Ah, okay.
- I don't understand the problem.
- What's the problem? - And now, now, - you go to Mexico City - Yes.
you spend too much on a penthouse, and again you don't tell anyone! Shit, sorry for trying to solve the problem.
[all arguing.]
- This is a board, we have a procedure! - There's a diva on the team.
- Haven't you read the statutes? - Why are you like this? Why are you being like this? Why are you filming this? Are you filming this? - [Isabel.]
No.
- Hey! Hey! [Felix.]
You can't film this.
[Chava.]
Felix, calm down, please.
- [Felix.]
Hey, you can't film this! - [Chava.]
Felix, calm down.
- You don't understand Spanish? - Calm down.
- Come here, give me that camera! - Felix, calm down.
[interviewer.]
It's rumored that you had three players already signed before Aitor.
Was it just a rumor? Yes.
Then you approved of signing Aitor? Look, what are these questions? What do you want? To ruin the club's image or what? Have you abandoned your famous Eight-Year Plan? This is part of that plan.
Chava and I agreed to keep this plan, just with a broader vision.
Do you think Chava Iglesias was to blame Okay, this interview is over.
So, who do I give this microphone to? Who do you think you are? Jose Ramon Fernandez or what? [Chava.]
If he doesn't want to train every day, well, that's superstars, man.
What can I do? I have to talk to you.
- Can you just give me a second? - It's urgent.
Now.
Don't worry.
- Now, please.
- Yes, what is it? [Fernando.]
There's an issue with Cardone that's not finalized.
- I wanted to tell you, uh - What is it? Aitor must be team captain from now on.
But Moises has always been captain.
Yeah, but Aitor is an international-level player, Spanish team striker, world champion, you understand? Yes Moises went to the World Cup, too.
Yeah, man, he didn't start in 2006, but that doesn't lessen the achievement.
Sometimes I get the impression that your team isn't at the same level as Aitor Cardone, eh? And can't they share the captaincy? Please.
Well, I don't know, keep it equal.
I'll talk to Moises.
Thank you.
Ah, and Aitor is going to need number 10 on his shirt, okay? What's up, Aitor? Good morning.
Everything okay? Great.
[sniffs.]
I'm going to steal Moises a second.
Moi, Moi.
[inaudible.]
Fuck you, asshole.
Damn it! He took the captain's armband and the number 10 from Moises? No, no.
You're joking.
How brutal Look.
When you give so much power to one player, you end up working for him.
MOISES: Well, Aitor is a He's a player that Well, he's an international star.
FORWARD, CUERVOS FC He asked me personally, spoke to me and very nicely, together with Chava, he asked me for the team captaincy, and I had no problem handing it over.
On the contrary, Aitor came to contribute and all the players are here for that.
In that sense, I gave him the captaincy and the number 10 because I think a player of his stature has earned it and I'm very happy for him and everyone.
Is that all? Thanks.
Can you help me take this off? [Isabel.]
Look, my dad was a very cautious man, and I think he was very conscious of the effects that a star player has on team cohesion.
Would you have done the same had you been president? But I'm not president.
If you were? Well, no, probably not.
Anything else you'd do differently? Well, some advice comes to mind that my dad asked us to always remember.
Like what? Well, like leave game strategy to the coaches.
What's the deal with these fucking long faces? Sure, the goddamn stadium is only half full.
And sure, they kicked our asses last time we played them.
[Tony.]
And the time before that, too.
And the time before that, too.
[Tony.]
And also the time before that, sir.
- [Chava.]
Also the time - [Tony.]
Yes, sir.
Well, have we ever beaten them or what? [Tony.]
No.
No, sir.
No.
We're fucked, then, right? [Chava.]
Go, Cuervos! Awesome.
Such as not giving speeches in the locker rooms Remember when we went to that foundation, Make-A-Wish? Well, I met Santi there, a beautiful little boy He was seven years old.
And now he's in heaven watching us.
So let's win this fucking game for Santi.
[voice breaking.]
Okay? Hey, guys, I want to tell you that if we win this game, I'll personally pay for all of Santi's treatment so he gets better and plays with us next week.
[Paty cheering.]
Come on! - Great! - He died.
The boy already died.
No fucking way.
When, dude? My dad always told us never to confuse the players with our friends That the players need to respect and recognize your authority.
Do you think the players respect your brother? I don't know.
Do you respect him? [Chuckles.]
Uh Well, he's not my boss.
- So - Hmm.
I like to think I'm a daring entrepreneur.
I like being a I like to go against the flow, you know? There are people who don't like to go outside the line when drawing.
I like to let the pencil go, dude, you know? Let's go, man.
Gather round, please.
[clears throat.]
Well, on behalf of the management, I want to thank you for your patience while we smooth out the rough edges.
Everything has happened very fast.
- Felix.
- Yes.
Is it true Aitor isn't coming to the pre-game meeting with us? Who said that? Aitor and Chava.
[sighs.]
Aitor is going to the meeting with you, okay? No, no, I won't.
Does it look like I'm distracted? [Laughs.]
[laughs.]
Come on, please.
CUERVOS STADIUM DAY OF OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION [Chava.]
It's important, dude.
He's our goddamn star.
Come on! Kick some ass, Aitor! Damn! If this dude isn't happy, I'm fucked.
- [Felix.]
Chava, Chava.
- What? It's not too late to get out of this.
What are you saying, man? The whole world is watching.
Don't fuck around, Felix.
I know how to kill that contract, Chava.
You only have to say no to them, - and they'll back out.
- No way, no.
Trust me.
Do you think, man, that [sighs.]
Chava No, no fucking way.
We're not backing out, dude.
We can do this.
Besides, people are calling me President Phony.
Do you think it'd be good for my image if I back out? It won't be the first contract to fall through.
- I don't give a shit.
- It can be done.
Calm down, please.
Help me get what I'm asking you for and smile at the damn cameras.
Come on, Cuervos! SALVADOR IGLESIAS PRESIDEN [cheerleaders shouting.]
[chanting.]
Aitor, Aitor! On behalf of the Cuervos family, I welcome you to this conference.
It's an honor for me to be such an important step for this club.
We want to announce that from today number 10 of the Cuervos has a new name and that name is Cardone.
- [cheerleaders cheer.]
- [applause.]
[cheerleaders shout.]
[cheerleaders shouting.]
[applause.]
It's pure euphoria, dude.
[laughs.]
[speaking English.]
It's my fucking kingdom, man.
[cameraman.]
Is this the team you dreamed of? No way, much more, man.
Much more.
I think this has exceeded expectations by a lot.
In a matter of weeks, Aitor has taken this team from obscurity relative, at least, to being one of the most internationally recognized clubs.
That's no small feat.
[cameraman.]
The whole world is talking about the Cuervos.
[speaking English.]
The world is talking, man.
The world is talking.
[cheerleaders cheering.]
Doesn't it worry you that signing Aitor could turn out to be fatal for the Cuervos? I'm going to tell you something.
My dad, Salvador Iglesias, loved Nuevo Toledo.
He built all this with a lot of love and a lot of determination.
Then, suddenly, all at once they suddenly gave the reins to a boy who's a party animal.
Well, it was a decision that shocked me.
I was the one who was with Dad all the time.
And I was the one who worked with Dad and was there with him and listened to him.
It was me, you understand? So now you get this [sighs.]
[sniffling.]
Sorry.
I think we're moving away from the path my dad built.
And to bring in a player like Aitor Cardone, I don't think that's for the Cuervos.
And so? What do you suggest? What should be done? - Honestly? - Please.
I think he should go.
- Who? Cardone? - No.
My brother Chava.
["Flight of the Valkyries" playing.]
[narrator.]
Could his time in Mexico revive Aitor Cardone's career and finally lift the Cuervos to their coveted first championship? Well, it's really cool.
Truth is, it's really cool.
I like it.
The only thing is, the food is shit.
[narrator.]
Or maybe the difficult personality of this extravagant player will eventually open the abyss between the Iglesias siblings, plunging the team into a catastrophic season.
[inaudible.]
I think they're very innovative changes in Mexican soccer.
CARDONE'S DEBUT CUERVOS VS CHIVAS NEXT SUNDAY We shouldn't rush to judge.
[good analyst.]
I'm worried about the Cuervos' future.
It's a team of national players, of seniority, used to being in the playoffs.
I don't know if Salvador is the one to complete this project.
To me it seems that the team should stay in the family, yes, but in Isabel's hands.
- Chava is the one who brought in Cardone.
- Yes, in desperation.
Let's let the gentleman make his debut and score some goals.
Let's see, let's see.
Aitor Cardone, we'll see you next week.
I'll shut my mouth.
Let's see if it's true.
[narrator.]
All the passion and all the excitement will be here on Nacion Futbol "In Depth.
" [theme music playing.]
Your hair looked awesome.
[stammering.]
Very presidential.