El comienzo del fin (The Beginning of the End) Original Air Date: 2020 Runtime: Approx. 50 minutes

While the series premiere was all about the chaotic, mad scramble to fill the power vacuum left by the death of Néstor Kirchner, Episode 2, "The Vote," settles into a slightly more procedural rhythm. The focus narrows on the election day itself. The tension here isn't derived from gunfights or car chases, but from the terrifyingly banal reality of bureaucratic corruption.

In this installment, (Andrés Parra) continues his unlikely ascent from the head of a small-town Chilean club to a power player within CONMEBOL. However, his ambition catches the eye of more than just fellow executives.

Following the explosive debut, Episode 2 delves deeper into the political machinations behind the 2015 FIFA corruption scandal. The narrative shifts focus to the key players in South America as Sergio Jadue begins to understand the scale of the conspiracy. Tensions rise between the Chilean and Argentine football federations, while an investigative journalist closes in on money trails leading to Miami. The episode masterfully balances courtroom flash-forwards with the wheeling and dealing that led to the largest corruption case in sports history.

: The show continues its sharp critique of how the "owners" of the sport treat players as expendable assets while they rake in millions through graft and bribery. Review: A "Soapy" Telenovela Vibe Critics have praised the series for its jaunty, satirical tone, comparing it to a high-budget Latin American telenovela. Andrés Parra’s performance as the "inherently weasely" Jadue captures the character's clumsiness and sudden intoxication with power. 10 sites Stream It or Skip It? 'El Presidente' on Amazon Prime, a Lively ... Nov 4, 2020 —

Visually, the episode maintains the show's distinct style. The camera work is dynamic, often placing the viewer right in the middle of the cramped, smoke-filled rooms where Argentine football history was allegedly decided. The use of direct-to-camera addresses and narration breaks continues, which works well to explain the complex web of political alliances to viewers who might not be familiar with the real-life AFA structure.

: The episode's core conflict centers on Jadue being cornered by FBI Agent Lisa Harris (played by Karla Souza). He is presented with a life-altering ultimatum: face immediate prison time for his role in the emerging corruption scandals or become a confidential informant ("topo") for the gringos to help bring down the corrupt CONMEBOL and FIFA executives.

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: As Jadue struggles with the fear of betrayal and the risks of his double life, the narrative highlights the "ugly side of the beautiful game," showcasing how small-town ambition leads into a massive $150 million bribery conspiracy.

" , Sergio Jadue's rapid ascent into the elite circles of soccer leadership begins to crumble under the pressure of an international investigation.

: The episode also focuses on his wife, Nené , whose own ambition and influence over Sergio's decisions become increasingly apparent as they realize the high stakes of the game they are playing. You can watch the full episode on Amazon Prime Video.