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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Claudio Chiqui Tapia responded to the Spain coach after the cancellation of the Finalíssima: "Let's be serious"

Claudio Chiqui Tapia defended the cancellation of the Finalíssima match against Spain, emphasizing the need for a neutral venue for the match.

Mar 20 • 22:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

The power duel: the draw of the Copa Sudamericana pitted Olimpia against Barracas Central, the teams of Domínguez and Chiqui Tapia

The Copa Sudamericana draw has created a matchup between Paraguay's Olimpia, led by Alejandro Domínguez, and Argentina's Barracas Central, managed by Claudio Tapia, marking their first international competition encounter.

Mar 20 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tapia confirmed that the Argentine national team will play two friendlies at La Bombonera before the World Cup

AFA president Claudio Tapia announced that the Argentine national team will face Guatemala and Honduras in two friendly matches at La Bombonera prior to the World Cup.

Mar 20 • 00:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A prosecutor rejects closing the evasion case against the AFA and seeks the balances at the provincial headquarters

A prosecutor in Argentina has refused to close an evasion case against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and is searching for financial records at the provincial headquarters.

Mar 18 • 22:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The AFA could be sanctioned in the case of the retention of contributions against Tapia and Toviggino

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) faces potential sanctions over allegations that its leaders failed to pay significant taxes and contributions on time.

Mar 15 • 19:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Chiqui Tapia lamented the cancellation of the Finalissima and stated that the AFA had accepted to play it in Italy, but with a different date

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia expressed disappointment over the cancellation of the Finalissima and clarified that the AFA was open to rescheduling the match in Italy.

Mar 15 • 16:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Justice authorized Tapia to travel to Paraguay next week

The president of the Argentine Football Association, Claudio Tapia, has been granted permission to travel to Paraguay despite an exit prohibition due to an ongoing investigation into tax evasion, requiring a 30 million pesos bond for his departure.

Mar 13 • 20:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alejandro Domínguez met with Tapia and visited Barracas Central's stadium amid uncertainty about the Finalissima

Alejandro Domínguez, President of Conmebol, discussed the possibility of hosting the Finalissima in Argentina during a visit to Barracas Central's stadium, meeting with AFA's Claudio Tapia.

Mar 13 • 01:58 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Chiqui Tapia met with Alejandro Domínguez and toured River's stadium: where will the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain be played?

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia and Alejandro Domínguez held a meeting in Buenos Aires to discuss the venue for the upcoming Finalissima match between Argentina and Spain amidst reports of it potentially being held in Madrid.

Mar 13 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia before Judge Diego Amarante: the noon when (football) was also discussed

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, the president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), appeared before Judge Diego Amarante to give testimony regarding ongoing legal matters.

Mar 12 • 18:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

A 'dark action', his foreign trips, and his responsibilities in the AFA: what 'Chiqui' Tapia said in his statement

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), stated in his recent judicial testimony that he does not influence tax payments of the entity and criticized the media's coverage of the case.

Mar 12 • 17:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Neither Madrid nor London: Tapia wants the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain to be played at the Monumental

Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, insists that the Finalissima against Spain should be held at River Plate's stadium instead of the Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid.

Mar 12 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After going through the Courts, Tapia spoke about the Finalissima: "Spain wants it to be played in Spain, and I want it to be played at the Monumental"

Claudio Chiqui Tapia discussed the future of the Finalissima after attending a court hearing regarding alleged mismanagement of funds, expressing a preference for the match to be held at Monumental Stadium in Argentina instead of Spain.

Mar 12 • 15:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"This case should never have been promoted": the statement from AFA after "Chiqui" Tapia's presentation before Justice

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia appeared before the Argentine judiciary regarding alleged corruption in the AFA, prompting the organization to request the closure of the investigation via a public statement.

Mar 12 • 15:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

In photos and videos: this was the chaotic arrival of 'Chiqui' Tapia at the courts for alleged tax evasion at AFA

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, arrived at court to face allegations regarding a significant debt with the tax authority.

Mar 12 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia will be questioned in the case investigating an alleged tax evasion in the AFA

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, will face questioning regarding a purported multimillion-dollar debt owed by the AFA to the tax authorities.

Mar 12 • 13:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"Chiqui" Tapia testifies in Comodoro Py and concludes the inquiries in the case regarding the withholding of AFA contributions

Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, the president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), is set to testify in a judicial investigation concerning the improper withholding of 19.3 billion pesos in taxes and pension contributions.

Mar 12 • 13:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

What time does Chiqui Tapia testify in the AFA case today: will the hearing be available online?

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, is set to testify in a case involving accusations of tax retention on March 12, following a delay due to a change in his legal representation.

Mar 12 • 12:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: The Complaint That Worries Tapia and Toviggino Points to Juan Román Riquelme

A new corruption allegation involving Juan Román Riquelme, president of Boca Juniors and vice-president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), has surfaced, raising concerns for AFA leaders Claudio Tapia and Pablo Toviggino.

Mar 12 • 09:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Pablo Toviggino will be interrogated in the economic courts for alleged tax evasion

Pablo Toviggino, the treasurer of the Argentine Football Association, is summoned for questioning over alleged tax evasion linked to a substantial tax retention.

Mar 11 • 12:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A hearing will be held to determine if the case against the AFA proceeds or is closed due to lack of crime

A hearing is scheduled to determine whether the case against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) for tax evasion will proceed or be dismissed for lack of evidence of a crime.

Mar 10 • 20:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

AFA Contributions: The Chamber Begins to Define the Request for Dismissal and the Ban on Leaving the Country for 'Chiqui' Tapia

The Economic Criminal Court is set to start defining the request for dismissal and the lifting of the travel ban on AFA president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia regarding a tax retention case this week.

Mar 10 • 14:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tapia's warning against those who accused him: 'They will sweat like I did, but out of shame'

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, the president of AFA, issued a pointed warning in light of accusations against him and the suspension of Argentine football matches.

Mar 10 • 01:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Judicial Setback for Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia and Pablo Toviggino: Their Requests to Nullify the Case for Evasion Were Rejected

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia and Pablo Toviggino's requests to nullify a case regarding alleged tax evasion have been denied by Judge Diego Amarante, requiring them to testify as accused individuals this week.

Mar 9 • 18:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Claudio Chiqui Tapia had a secret meeting for almost an hour with Andrés Fassi, president of Talleres

Claudio Tapia, president of the AFA, held a secretive 45-minute meeting with Andrés Fassi regarding the future of Argentine football, including discussions on a new stadium project and plans for a 48-hour congress.

Mar 8 • 23:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in AFA: Before Testifying and Amidst New Allegations, Tapia Seeks Support from Federal Leaders

This article discusses Claudio Tapia's efforts to garner support from officials in light of ongoing corruption investigations against him and Pablo Toviggino within the Argentine Football Association (AFA).

Mar 8 • 20:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Claudio Tapia had his own 'Chiquipalooza' in Córdoba: 400 leaders gathered, a strong message to Toviggino and announcement of a new tournament

Claudio Tapia organized a significant gathering of football leaders in Córdoba, delivering a powerful message amid legal scrutiny and announcing a new tournament.

Mar 8 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Boxes, Envelopes, and Chats: How the Money Transfers from Toviggino to Tapia Worked

The article reveals a money transfer scheme involving Pablo Toviggino and Claudio Tapia related to the Argentine Football Association (AFA), showing documented instances of cash deliveries.

Mar 8 • 05:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alejandra Monteoliva revealed that Nahuel Galló spoke with Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia prior to his return to Argentina

Alejandra Monteoliva disclosed that Nahuel Galló communicated with Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia before his return to Argentina.

Mar 7 • 03:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Why there are no matches in the Apertura 2026 Tournament this weekend

There will be no football matches in Argentina this weekend due to a strike by clubs protesting against legal and political actions against AFA officials.

Mar 6 • 19:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mahiques denied a pact with Tapia in the AFA and said that no one suggested to him to 'cover up investigations'

Newly appointed Justice Minister Juan Bautista Mahiques has firmly denied any collusion with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, asserting that he has no intent to hinder ongoing investigations.

Mar 6 • 18:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Everyone Stops and Only One Wins: Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia's Show of Power in the Weekend Without Football

Argentinian football faced a complete halt this weekend due to 58 postponed matches following a decision by AFA executives to protest against alleged persecution by tax authorities.

Mar 6 • 00:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

River breaks with the AFA and exposes a schism that may have repercussions

River Plate has officially announced its withdrawal from the AFA Executive Committee, signaling a potential rift in Argentine football governance.

Mar 5 • 23:47 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

In the end, there is neither football nor investigation into Tapia: the controversy stirs the fields and social networks

This weekend, Argentine football fans faced a void as games were canceled, with AFA president Claudio Tapia's scheduled court appearance postponed, igniting a major controversy.

Mar 4 • 23:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Claudio Tapia managed to postpone his interrogation in the alleged evasion case

Claudio Tapia, the president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), has successfully postponed his interrogation regarding allegations of tax evasion by a week due to a change of lawyers.

Mar 4 • 19:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"Chiqui" Tapia will be questioned this Thursday and will present a document to defend himself for the retention of AFA contributions

Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, is set to appear in court on Thursday to defend himself against accusations of improperly retaining taxes amounting to 19.3 billion pesos.

Mar 4 • 18:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The link between Juan Bautista Mahiques and the AFA: the challenge of balancing amid the fight between the Government and Chiqui Tapia

Juan Bautista Mahiques, Argentina's new Minister of Justice, faces the challenge of navigating tensions between the government and the Argentine Football Association (AFA) amid legal controversies involving AFA President Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia.

Mar 4 • 16:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Argentine Football Strike: Everything You Need to Know About the Suspension of Matchday 9 of the 2026 Apertura Tournament

The Argentine Football Association has confirmed a strike affecting all football matches scheduled between March 5-8, 2026, in protest against allegations of tax evasion against its president and treasurer.

Mar 3 • 19:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Justice confirmed the interrogation of Claudio Tapia for Thursday

The Argentine judicial system has confirmed that Claudio Tapia, president of AFA, will undergo an interrogation regarding alleged tax evasion charges.

Mar 3 • 17:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Corruption in the AFA: 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to annul his interrogation was rejected, and he must appear in court on Thursday

Judge Diego Amarante rejected AFA president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to annul his interrogation related to an alleged misappropriation of taxes worth 19.3 billion pesos.

Mar 3 • 17:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: Toviggino joined Tapia's request to annul his indictment in the contributions case

Pablo Toviggino, the treasurer of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), has supported Claudio Tapia's request to cancel their upcoming indictment related to significant financial misconduct.

Mar 2 • 15:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ceamse, another black box of politics managed by Tapia

The article discusses the controversial management of Ceamse by Claudio Tapia amid allegations of corruption and mismanagement.

Mar 2 • 09:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

No official responses from the AFA in the face of the scandalous video showing how they counted black money

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has not provided official responses regarding a controversial video about money counting, leaving public silence amid increasing scrutiny.

Mar 1 • 22:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The courts rejected a request from 'Chiqui' Tapia to leave the country again: 'He would have intended to alter the authorization'

A judge rejected a request from Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia to travel to Venezuela due to ongoing legal issues surrounding financial misconduct.

Feb 28 • 15:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Justice rejected 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to travel abroad

Argentine football leader Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to travel to Venezuela for a football federation inauguration has been denied by the court due to concerns over legal issues and inconsistencies in the event invitations.

Feb 28 • 13:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia requested to annul his summons to declare as a suspect of tax evasion

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, the president of the Argentine Football Association, has requested the annulment of his summons to testify as a suspect in a tax evasion case.

Feb 27 • 17:42 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: 'Chiqui' Tapia requested the annulment of his indictment for undue retention of contributions

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, has requested the annulment of his indictment related to the undue retention of tax contributions.

Feb 27 • 15:07 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

In the midst of the AFA scandal, Claudio Tapia celebrated like a fan in Maracanã after Lanús' goal that secured the Recopa

Claudio Tapia was seen celebrating Lanús' victory in the Recopa Sudamericana despite ongoing scandals within Argentina’s Football Association (AFA).

Feb 27 • 15:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Bar Association responded to Chiqui Tapia: 'the indictment statement is an essential procedural act'

The Buenos Aires Bar Association criticized AFA president Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia's rejection of a request for observers, stating that the indictment statement is a crucial procedural act.

Feb 26 • 23:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The IGJ dismissed Kicillof's move to cover Chiqui Tapia regarding the observers in the AFA: "The move has no validity"

The General Inspector of Justice in Argentina rejected Governor Axel Kicillof's attempt to protect AFA President Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia from scrutiny by stating that the AFA remains under the jurisdiction of Buenos Aires City, and thus the government's actions are invalid.

Feb 26 • 14:27 UTC

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