The Two Escobars

The Two Escobars delves into the captivating world where sports, crime, and political intrigue collide in the true story of two men sharing a name but living vastly different lives. Pablo Escobar, the notorious drug kingpin who controlled the Medellin Cartel, wielded his immense wealth to catapult Andres Escobar into the limelight as Colombia's celebrated soccer star. The powerful influence of Pablo's money had transformed the Colombian national team into a South American powerhouse with sights set on the 1994 World Cup in Los Angeles.However, fate had other plans for Andres Escobar when he committed one of soccer's most shocking blunders: an "own goal" that eliminated his team from the tournament and ultimately led to his tragic murder. This gripping documentary explores how these two Escobars, though unrelated, were drawn together through a complex web of events that exposed the darker side of ambition, fame, and corruption. The Two Escobars serves as a riveting examination of the intersection between sports and crime in an era fraught with political turmoil, ultimately revealing the human cost behind the glitz and glamour of sporting success.