FOOTBALL IN ARGENTINA Claudio Tapia re-elected as AFA president for another term 21-05-2020 23:33 Media mogul Marcelo Tinelli, who also serves as president of San Lorenzo, elected director of the new Liga de Fútbol Profesional, which will replace the Superliga.
FOOTBALL IN ARGENTINA Old habits hard to shake as AFA regains control of top-flight football 21-05-2020 23:08 AFA President Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia awarded fresh four-year term, as football governing body regains control of top-flight football, bringing in new Liga de Fútbol Profesional to replace Superliga. by Dan Edwards
Coronavirus pandemic Lammens suggests moving football to province without coronavirus 18-05-2020 08:34 It "would not be crazy" to move games to a province with little to no circulation of the virus, should football restart, says Tourism and Sports minister.
FOOTBALL & CORONAVIRUS Officials in Argentina studying protocols for return of football training 14-05-2020 11:46 Government begins studying health protocols for potential return of professional football training, with May 25 the earliest possible date; AFA don't expect games to restart until summer, in December or January.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL AFA’s attempt to be decisive only ends up being divisive 02-05-2020 09:00 If any observers were hoping that questions about the future of Argentine football would be answered this week they were to be sorely disappointed, if not entirely surprised. by Dan Edwards
Coronavirus pandemic Football season in Argentina is over due to virus crisis, says AFA chief 27-04-2020 21:48 AFA chief Claudio Tapia says 2019-2020 football season, interrupted since mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic, is officially over, cancelling Copa Superliga.
Coronavirus pandemic Football in Argentina finally set to be suspended after days of debate 17-03-2020 15:09 Copa de Superliga postponed after intervention after Tourism and Sports Minister Matías Lammens calls for AFA and Superliga chiefs to stop "all categories" of football in Argentina.
BOCA CAMPEON Superiga glory makes Russo the toast of La Boca 14-03-2020 07:56 Who, at the start of the season, would’ve predicted that Boca would take the title against Maradona’s Gimnasia, with Russo on the bench and Riquelme in the directors’ box? by Dan Edwards
Coronavirus Outbreak Lollapalooza among shows postponed by officials due to coronavirus 12-03-2020 14:13 Football, concerts, and public demonstrations are being cancelled and suspended as public officials advise against gathering of large crowds.
Argentine Superliga Boca secure Superliga title after overhauling River in final day drama 08-03-2020 18:29 Supporters of Boca Juniors danced long into the night this weekend after the side overhauled River Plate on the final day of the season, securing yet another title in the process.
Argentine superliga Not even a River-Boca title showdown will save the Superliga 06-03-2020 11:41 At breakneck speed and with an outrageous ad hoc rule change thrown in for good measure, the Superliga's days appear to be numbered. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE SUPERLIGA All or nothing for River and Boca in final day Superliga showdown 05-03-2020 23:21 Fans of two Buenos Aires giants will be glued to screen this Saturday as two sides face crucial matches, with River ahead by one point. One side will be the champions come full-time - but which one will it be?
SUPERLIGA ROUND-UP Boca gain on River after Millo drop points at home 01-03-2020 21:38 Argentine Superliga heads for a decisive final weekend, with River top of the table and just one point ahead of arch-rivals Boca with one game to play.
FOOTBALL IN ARGENTINA River prepare a party, as Boca hope for Monumental stumble 27-02-2020 20:19 Preparing for what could be a Monumental weekend, River Plate fans are hoping to celebrate the end of their six-year title drought in the coming 48 hours.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Man City’s ban sparks dreams of prodigal sons 23-02-2020 16:41 UEFA bombshell greeted with glee in Argentina, but calm down, the top stars are not returning home anytime soon. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Ageing stars return to Argentina as transfer window closes 01-02-2020 09:07 Yesterday saw the Argentine summer transfer window slam shut, although at some points it was difficult to notice – aside from the inevitable, endless rumour mill – that it had ever opened. by Dan Edwards
Ex-president's new job Football figures in Argentina criticise Macri's new FIFA post 29-01-2020 13:18 Former president's new job leading FIFA Foundation enrages many in the local footballing community, including the heads of both AFA and the Superliga.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL River bid to complete Gallardo’s CV as Superliga returns 25-01-2020 11:17 Almost half the Superliga kicks off the new year dreaming of glory, but the 'Millo' know that just seven games separate them from domestic glory. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Superliga to restart January 24 after vote 18-01-2020 12:30 The Superliga, Argentina’s top tier of professional football, will restart next Friday, January 24, after the league’s Executive Committee voted to retain the current fixture schedule.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Argentina’s top flight continues to suffer perennial problems 11-01-2020 10:53 As happens every year, 2020 has commenced with a bitter dispute between those in charge of the national game over the fixture list. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Superliga's restart at risk of delay as row erupts over fixtures 09-01-2020 19:22 Superliga and AFA officials argue over restart, due later this month. As many as 13 clubs seeking postponement of at least two rounds of fixtures, with number of players set to be missing on international duty.
EX-ROMA STAR World Cup winner De Rossi leaves Boca, retires from football 06-01-2020 19:27 De Rossi played only seven matches for the Buenos Aires outfit, scoring once, but said he needed to return home for family reasons.
FOOTBALL TRANSFERS Leverkusen signs Exequiel Palacios from River Plate 17-12-2019 23:50 Reports in Germany say Leverkusen profiting from financial difficulties at Argentine side, and will pay 22 million euros (US$24.5 million) for the player’s transfer.
ARGENTINE SUPERLIGA Alberto’s beloved Argentinos Juniors sitting pretty in Superliga 14-12-2019 09:06 Few would have bet on the Paternal side being anything more than top-half challengers in 2019-2020, making their fine form in this first half of the season such a surprise. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE SUPERLIGA Maradona returns as coach of Gimnasia – two days after leaving 22-11-2019 13:48 "I am very happy to be able to announce that I will remain coach of Gimnasia," he said.
ARGENTINE SUPERLIGA Maradona has quit as coach of Gimnasia, club confirms 19-11-2019 16:13 Reports suggest departure linked to an imminent management shake-up at La Plata club, with footballing legend apparently in demand from other Superliga clubs.
COPA LIBERTADORES Boca, River set to write a fresh chapter of ancient rivalry 28-09-2019 04:24 Tuesday’s Libertadores semi-final clash promises much – and Boca will clearly be hoping to hit back following their devastating final defeat in Madrid last year. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE SUPERLIGA Maradona: We're giving everything to keep Gimnasia in top flight 20-09-2019 12:48 Argentine legend says he and his players are "giving everything" to help the club avoid relegation, after last week's 2-1 defeat to Racing left La Plata side rooted to bottom of the Superliga.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Maradona agrees deal to become coach of Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata 05-09-2019 16:58 Presentation to unveil Argentine footballing legend as new head coach of 'El Lobo' set for tomorrow at a hotel in La Plata.
FOOTBALL Bury and Bolton serve as cautionary tales for Argentine clubs 31-08-2019 01:21 Argentina should be in no rush to wrest clubs out of fans’ control and open up the Superliga to private owners. by Dan Edwards
TRANSFERS Baptism of fire awaits for Superliga’s new star signings 10-08-2019 12:52 Every team in Argentina’s team have been active ahead of the new season. And while one transfer caught the eye, all the new recruits must hit the ground running. by Dan Edwards
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Daniele De Rossi: "My goal is to win everything with Boca" 30-07-2019 09:07 Legendary 36-year-old Italian says he can't wait to play at the Bombonera, as Daniel Angelici unveils new star signing at press conference.
De Rossi Italian star De Rossi arrives in Buenos Aires, swarmed by Boca fans 25-07-2019 15:55 The Italian defensive midfielder Daniele De Rossi who played with AS Roma for 18 years arrived at Ezeiza International Airport Thursday morning to join Boca Juniors.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Reports: Ex-Roma star Daniele De Rossi to sign for Boca Juniors 18-07-2019 13:34 Legendary 35-year-old Italian, who was controversially let loose by his hometown club after 18 seasons, will reportedly sign contract worth US$560,000, according to reports in Italy.
ARGENTINE FOOTBALL Tigre’s exploits create turning point for Argentina’s top flight 01-06-2019 09:30 Tigre have been in sparkling form since coach Néstor Gorosito took over, finishing the Superliga with a flourish. And their fine performances may finally put an end to the controversial promedios system that decides relegation. by Dan Edwards