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AFA announces new 2027 tournament and River Plate returns to committee

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has announced significant structural changes for the 2027 season, including the creation of a new official tournament called the Recopa de Campeones. This competition will feature a triangular format involving the winners of the Copa Argentina, Supercopa Argentina, and Supercopa Internacional.

Other approved reforms for 2027 include moving playoff semifinals to neutral venues with both fanbases present and aligning transfer windows with other CONMEBOL markets. The AFA also plans to maintain the use of extra time in playoff stages.

Simultaneously, River Plate has returned to the AFA Executive Committee after a six-month absence. Club president Stefano Di Carlo and representatives Ignacio Villarroel and Agustín Forchieri presented a six-point reform proposal. The club is advocating for a gradual reduction in the number of teams in the First Division, more transparent refereeing oversight, improved commercialization of television rights, and more predictable competition calendars. While River's proposals were met with some skepticism from other directors, the AFA has indicated that discussions regarding these specific reforms may be postponed until 2028.

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AFA · Asociación del Fútbol Argentino · Boca Juniors · Claudio Tapia · Federico Beligoy · Gonzalo Belloso · Ignacio Villarroel · Liga Profesional de Fútbol · Recopa de Campeones · River Plate · Rosario Central · Stefano Di Carlo

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