Regional sports updates cover football and basketball leagues

Various regional sports updates highlight upcoming matches and results across South and Central American leagues.

In Argentina, the AFA has announced referee assignments for the Torneo Clausura, including Hernán Mastrángelo for the Sarmiento vs. Huracán match and Sebastián Martínez for Independiente vs. Lanús. The Torneo Federal A is holding an unusual midweek round, featuring matches for teams like Atenas, Sportivo Belgrano, and Cipolletti. In the Federal A Championship B zone, Alvarado maintained a perfect record with a 1-0 win over Huracán Las Heras, while Atenas secured a 2-1 victory against Kimberley.

In Guatemala, the Liga Nacional de Guatemala has released referee appointments for the fourth round of the Apertura 2026, with Municipal remaining undefeated. In Peru, the CONAR confirmed Joel Alarcón as the referee for the Alianza Lima vs. UTC match, a decision met with scrutiny due to previous controversies.

Other regional activities include basketball tournaments in Catamarca and Corrientes, padel competitions in the ACOP 2026 league, and amateur women's 5-a-side football in Chaco.