# Argentine football league and referee updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/argentine-football-league-and-referee-updates
> Updated: 2026-08-11T17:45:11.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2.

Updates regarding Argentine football competitions involve both professional league referee assignments and regional tournament progress.

In late July 2026, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced the match officials for the third round of the Torneo Clausura, covering fixtures scheduled for early August. These assignments included specific referees and VAR officers for various matches across Zones A and B.

By mid-August, reporting expanded to include results and schedules from the Torneo Federal A, such as Cipolletti’s victory over Argentino de Monte Maíz. Additionally, further referee appointments were confirmed for professional league matches, including Sarmiento vs. Huracán and Independiente vs. Lanús, alongside updates from the Primera Nacional.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Regional sports updates cover football and basketball leagues

Sports updates across Argentina, Guatemala, and Peru cover referee appointments for major football leagues, Federal A tournament results, and various regional basketball and padel competitions.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/copa-yanina-torres-amateur-womens-football-tournament-begins

### 2026-07-28: Liga Profesional de Fútbol names referees for third‑round matches

The AFA released the referee lineup for matchday 3 of the Torneo Clausura, naming officials and VAR crews for each fixture.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/liga-profesional-de-ftbol-names-referees-for-thirdround-matches

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