Netflix's new must-watch documentary explores one of the biggest controversies in sport

EntertainmentStreamingNetflix’s new must-watch documentary explores one of the biggest controversies in sportThe Figo Affair, which tells the story of Luis Figo’s controversial move from Barcelona to Real Madrid, hits Netflix later this weekWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.

The Figo Affair, which tells the story of Luis Figo’s controversial move from Barcelona to Real Madrid, hits Netflix later this week

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Figo is very much a part of this documentary, looking to come clean about what really happened more than 20 years on. It’s set to be a thrilling watch for sports andNetflix documentarylovers alike.Netflixhas experienced its fair share of ups and downs but one thing that has remained consistent is the quality of its documentaries with its latest, The Figo Affair, set to be a must-watch for any football fans around the globe.

It also resulted in Figo being one of the most hated people in Catalonia. NowNetflixhas gained access to the men who brokered the deal that shattered the transfer record, divided a nation and shaped modern football. It will also dive into the twisting taled of backroom deals, a truly historic sporting rivalry, a deep cultural divide, and a pig’s head of all things.

Figo is very much a part of this documentary, looking to set the record straight more than 20 years on. It’s set to be a thrilling watch for sports andNetflix documentarylovers alike.

“After the success of Pelé, Ben and I were delighted to partner with Netflix again on El Caso Figo. It’s increasingly hard to find sports documentaries that are saying something new, that aren’t simply biographies or histories of sporting successes, so we believe El Caso Figo is unique. Focussing on the transfer rather than Figo’s career, the film informs us about truth, greed, morality, and the inner workings of the world’s most popular sport,” said Tryhorn.

“We were delighted that all those involved in the deal were willing to participate in full. Everyone, from Florentino Peréz to Pep Guardiola, was generous with their time but Luís Figo was particularly accommodating, desperate as he was to finally set the record straight after two decades of avoiding the question of his transfer.”

The Figo Affair will be available to stream on Netflix from August 25th, 2022.

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