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FBI Investigates Argentina’s FIFA Money Laundering Scandal: $5.5T+ Corruption Probe Sparks Global Outrage

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FBI Investigates Argentine Football Federation Amid Financial Scrutiny The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has reportedly initiated an inquiry into the Argentine Football Federation (AFA) regarding allegations of financial irregularities, including potential money laundering. Reports circulating in international media suggest the investigation centers on the movement of a significant sum (roughly equivalent to 5.4 trillion … Read more

River Plate Reaches Agreement for Thiago Almada: The Details Behind the Transfer Deal

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River Plate has reached a preliminary agreement with Atlético de Madrid to acquire 50% of the economic rights to Argentine forward Thiago Almada, according to multiple reports emerging from the European and South American transfer markets. The potential deal, which would represent one of the most significant moves in the current transfer window for the … Read more

Conmoción en el fútbol: murió un inspector de la AFA en medio de un partido de la Copa …

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Tragedy in Mendoza: AFA Inspector Jorge Guillermo Piñeiro Passes Away During Copa Libertadores Clash The vibrant atmosphere of the Copa Libertadores is usually defined by roaring crowds and high-stakes drama on the pitch. But on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, the football community in Argentina was struck by a different kind of shock. Jorge Guillermo Piñeiro, … Read more

Argentina vs Brazil U-17: How to Watch, Time, TV Channel, and Semifinal Qualification Guide

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Argentina and Brazil Clash for Group B Dominance in South American U-17 Championship The most anticipated rivalry in South American football takes center stage today in Paraguay. Argentina and Brazil face off in a high-stakes encounter during the fourth matchday of the South American U-17 Championship (CONMEBOL Sub 17), with both teams fighting for a … Read more

Chiqui Tapia Opens New AFA HQ in Pilar, But Argentina Players “Ruin” the Party

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Tension in Pilar: Argentine National Team Players Distance Themselves from Chiqui Tapia During AFA Headquarters Opening The inauguration of the new Asociación del Fútbol Argentino (AFA) headquarters in Pilar was intended to be a victory lap for Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia. Instead, it became a public display of friction between the leadership of Argentine football and … Read more

Cristian Pavón: From Boca Star to Unexpected Reinvention as a Right-Back at Gremio

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Porto Alegre, Brazil – Cristian Pavón, a name once synonymous with Boca Juniors’ attacking flair and a reported transfer value of $50 million, is experiencing a remarkable career resurgence. But it’s not the path many envisioned. Now, at Grêmio, the 30-year-old Argentinian is thriving in a completely fresh role: right back. This transformation, orchestrated by … Read more

Argentina Squad for March 2026 FIFA Matchday: Messi & New Faces Called Up!

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Buenos Aires – Lionel Scaloni has named a 28-player Argentina squad, including Lionel Messi, for their upcoming friendly against Guatemala on March 31st at La Bombonera stadium in Buenos Aires. The match serves as a crucial preparation opportunity for the reigning World Cup champions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. This fixture was … Read more

Claudio Tapia Launches LPF Play: New Platform to Stream Argentine Football & Dig at TyC Sports

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Buenos Aires, Argentina – In a move lauded by supporters as a return of the game to its roots, and shadowed by ongoing legal challenges, Argentine Football Association (AFA) President Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia officially launched LPF Play on Monday, March 9, 2026. The new platform aims to broadcast a comprehensive range of Argentine football leagues, … Read more

Argentina Football Suspended: AFA Investigation, Rescheduled Matches & New Dates (2026)

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Buenos Aires – The Argentine football season faces a temporary pause as the Asociación del Fútbol Argentino (AFA) confirmed a suspension of matchday 9 of the Torneo Apertura 2026, amidst an ongoing judicial investigation involving several league officials, including AFA President Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia. The disruption, initially prompted by a planned protest, has now been … Read more