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The Worst Episodes of Matador

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Matador chronicles the unlikely rise of Tony "Matador" Bravo, a popular soccer star who comes to be known as much for his playboy antics off the field as his dynamic moves on it. But what

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Matador Season 1 Episode 1 - Quid Go Pro
    7.1/10(63 votes)

    #1 - Quid Go Pro

    S1:E1

    Tony Bravo, a DEA agent from Boyle Heights, is recruited by a little-known branch of the CIA for a top-secret mission: investigate the LA Riot—one of the greatest soccer teams in the world—by going undercover as one of their players. Tony will need the espionage skills to impress his handlers and some fast footwork to make the team, or The Beautiful Game could end in sudden death. Is Tony in for the win?

    Director:Robert Rodriguez
    Writers:Dan Dworkin, Roberto Orci, Jay Beattie

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  2. Matador Season 1 Episode 5 - Enter the Worm
    7.1/10(35 votes)

    #2 - Enter the Worm

    S1:E5

    Whisked away on Galan’s private jet, Tony, Holester, and Caesar touchdown in Nicaragua, a world run by a drug cartel leader known as “The Worm,” where the stakes are high and the death rate is higher. Aided by an old DEA friend, Tony finds himself in a brutal futsal game where the prize is more than just walking away with your life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Matador Season 1 Episode 4 - Code Red Card
    7.5/10(33 votes)

    #3 - Code Red Card

    S1:E4

    A recurring dream from Tony’s past coincides with his debut on the LA Riot, which is quickly compromised when he needs to rescue Galan’s troublemaking daughter, Senna, from harm. As Tony races against time, both on the field and off, Annie and Noah realize something about Galan that could be a game changer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Matador Season 1 Episode 10 - Night of the Whale
    7.6/10(23 votes)

    #4 - Night of the Whale

    S1:E10

    Tony and Galan reach common ground over a body in the trunk. Meanwhile, the CIA reach out to Sayer, hoping to thwart his plan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Matador Season 1 Episode 3 - Idol Worship
    7.8/10(36 votes)

    #5 - Idol Worship

    S1:E3

    After gaining new intel regarding Margot, Tony accompanies her to an auction where she’s set to go head-to-head with Galan in a bidding war, allowing him and Galan to reach a new level of understanding. Meanwhile, persistent reporter Reyna Flores is one step closer to unraveling the mystery that is Tony Bravo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Matador Season 1 Episode 8 - Everything Old Is New Again
    7.9/10(25 votes)

    #6 - Everything Old Is New Again

    S1:E8

    The data seized from the mysterious medi-spa sends Tony and Annie on a manhunt to find the parties responsible for a devastating turn of events. While Galan becomes privy to the larger plan, Samuel dives deeper into Tony’s backstory, which leads him to the “wurst” kind of informant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Matador Season 1 Episode 13 - Mala Sangre
    8.0/10(22 votes)

    #7 - Mala Sangre

    S1:E13

    As Sayer's endgame is finally revealed, Tony's relationships with the CIA and his family will change forever.

    Director:Robert Rodriguez
    Writer:Dan Dworkin

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  8. Matador Season 1 Episode 2 - The Naked and the Dead
    8.1/10(41 votes)

    #8 - The Naked and the Dead

    S1:E2

    The codes stolen from Gideon Khan’s tablet allow the team to track a hired assassin known as “The Apothecary” via Andrès Galan's satellite network. Tony must find a way to protect the target, while juggling his new teammates, his family, and most of all: the truth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Matador Season 1 Episode 6 - Misanthropology
    8.1/10(32 votes)

    #9 - Misanthropology

    S1:E6

    Tony’s focus is shifted from soccer back to the mission when Galan entrusts him to deliver a package. But where Tony goes, Reyna follows. Elsewhere, the link between the auction and Nicaragua becomes clear when the CIA rescues an anthropology professor with insight into pre-Olmec civilizations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Matador Season 1 Episode 11 - Riot 'Til I Die
    8.1/10(25 votes)

    #10 - Riot 'Til I Die

    S1:E11

    Galan delivers a personal package to Sayer and Tony must make a dangerous decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Matador Season 1 Episode 12 - Dead Dreaming in Bagan
    8.1/10(23 votes)

    #11 - Dead Dreaming in Bagan

    S1:E12

    Tony ends up behind enemy lines and the locals must help uncover Sayer's plan. Meanwhile, Annie attempts to find Tony and Galan deals with the consequences of his confrontation with Reyna Flores.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Matador Season 1 Episode 7 - Mano a Mano
    8.5/10(32 votes)

    #12 - Mano a Mano

    S1:E7

    Guess who’s coming to Cristina’s quinceañera? Andrés Galan, meet the Sandovals. The same can’t be said for Tony, who is forced to bail and put the mission over his family when a member of the team gets taken by Samuel. Not even a Riot tie can soften the fallout from this joyous occasion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Matador Season 1 Episode 9 - The Anguish of Rosarito
    8.6/10(30 votes)

    #13 - The Anguish of Rosarito

    S1:E9

    Is there anything worse than horrible in-flight service? Just ask the passengers who landed in San Francisco. Samuel’s uncovering of Tony’s past leaves Matador and Galan at odds. Meanwhile, the CIA learns of Dr. Lucien Sayer’s secret to extending life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Quid Go Pro" is the worst rated episode of "Matador". It scored 7.1/10 based on 63 votes. Directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Dan Dworkin, Roberto Orci, Jay Beattie, it aired on 7/15/2014. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Enter the Worm".