Argentine Football Association

Infantino's 2027 re-election bid faces escalating UEFA push

58 clusters · 1483 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: FIFA Presidency: UEFA and allies seek challenger to Gianni Infantino

The leadership crisis surrounding FIFA President Gianni Infantino has intensified as he prepares for re-election on March 18, 2027, in Rabat, Morocco. Opposition has solidified following the collapse of the FIFA Forward

AFA approves new 2027 tournament format

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Latest: AFA approves new Argentine football tournament format for 2027

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has officially approved a significant structural overhaul for the Primera División, set to commence on January 24, 2027. This decision marks the transition from the previous zone-

Argentine football Torneo Clausura updates

10 clusters · 218 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Argentine football: Instituto secures historic international qualification

The Torneo Clausura has progressed through its 14th round. Instituto de Córdoba has maintained a strong presence at the top of Group A, including a 4-1 victory against Independiente in Avellaneda. In a 12th-round matchup

Investigations into Tapia for enrichment and money-laundery

9 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ariel Vallejo detained in Argentine football money laundering probe

Argentine federal authorities have expanded their investigations into Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), to include allegations of money laundering and illicit enrichment. Whil

Lionel Scaloni leadership and Argentina's post-Messi era

11 clusters · 124 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni to continue through 2030

The Argentine Football Association (AFA), under president Claudio Tapia, has prioritized the renewal of Lionel Scaloni’s contract. Following the 2026 World Cup, Scaloni faced uncertainty due to professional exhaustion an

Argentine football scheduling and regional sports updates

2 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Various regional football updates across South America

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is organizing several major football events for late 2026. The Copa Argentina semifinals, featuring Boca Juniors and Banfield, are set for November 14 at the Estadio Malvinas Arge

Boca Juniors: Copa Argentina dispute and Sudamericana final

16 clusters · 399 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Boca Juniors reaches Copa Sudamericana final

Boca Juniors is navigating legal disputes in the Copa Argentina and a high-stakes progression in the Copa Sudamericana. In the Copa Argentina, the AFA Disciplinary Tribunal ruled that while Boca Juniors committed an adm

Boca Juniors sporting developments

2 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Lionel Scaloni reaches agreement to continue as Argentina coach

Boca Juniors is currently focused on both immediate competitive success and long-term squad planning. The club has secured a place in the Copa Sudamericana final following a 3-1 victory against Vasco da Gama, placing the

River Plate and AFA institutional tension

4 clusters · 97 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: River Plate defeats Belgrano 3-0 to enter playoff zone

The relationship between River Plate and the Argentine Football Association (AFA) remains defined by institutional tension and efforts toward structural reform. Following a six-month period of boycotting meetings, River

Legal and governance battles intensify over FIFA investment

19 clusters · 654 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: FIFA proposes $6.35bn funding plan for global football development

The legal and political conflict between FIFA and UEFA regarding the failed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) project has intensified into a criminal matter. UEFA is preparing a criminal complaint in Swiss courts against FIF

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team

12 clusters · 1213 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Argentina national team confirms November friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica

Lionel Messi has officially retired from the Argentina national team, concluding a 21-year international career that began in 2005. His final appearance, ‘The Last Tango’, took place at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos A

Daniel Osvaldo recovering after life-threatening lung感染

9 clusters · 127 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Daniel Osvaldo recovers after surgery for severe lung infection

Former professional footballer and musician Daniel Osvaldo has transitioned from intensive care to intermediate care as he recovers from a life-threatening lung infection. The infection, which originated from an untreate

Lionel Messi retirement and Argentina captaincy transition

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Latest: Lionel Messi's international farewell marred by Benin accusations

Following Lionel Messi’s official retirement from the Argentine national team on 30 August 2026, the squad has begun a formal leadership transition. Head coach Lionel Scaloni has designated 28-year-old centre-back Cristi

Argentina 2026 football season standings and race

17 clusters · 227 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Rosario Central defeats Independiente Rivadavia 5-0 to lead Zona B

The 2026 Torneo Clausura remains highly competitive as clubs vie for playoff positions and international qualification. In the annual table (Tabla Anual), which determines 2027 Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana ber

Morocco national football team friendly match scheduling

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Morocco national team moves to Tangier for Mali friendly

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has faced difficulties in organizing high-profile friendly matches for the national team. In mid-September, the federation failed to secure a match against Argentina after th