AFAgate: The flights to the Pilar estate were contracted by the same company suspected of acting as a front
The investigation into irregularities surrounding helicopter flights to a Pilar estate reveals links to Real Central, a company owned by Luciano Pantano and his mother, which is suspected of being a front for AFA treasurer Pablo Toviggino.
The ongoing investigation into AFAgate has yielded new evidence connecting helicopter flights to a mansion in Pilar with Real Central, a company owned by Luciano Pantano and his mother, Ana LucΓa Conte. This company was confirmed by the aviation firm Flyzar as the entity contracted for these flights, suggesting that it may also be involved in more significant financial irregularities related to Argentine football governance. The flights were reportedly billed as part of routine aviation services, raising flags regarding the legitimacy of their business operations.
This scrutiny intensified when the case was under Judge Marcelo Aguinsky, who was later removed by the Federal Chamber of San MartΓn, following requests from Pantano and Conte. The judge had begun calling pilots to testify, aiming to uncover the extent of the financial arrangements and whether they were simply fronts for illicit financial activities associated with AFA Treasurer Pablo Toviggino. The implications of this investigation extend beyond individual misconduct, potentially shaking the foundations of trust in the management of Argentine football.
AFAgate not only implicates specific individuals but also poses questions about broader systemic issues within the Argentine sports administration. As the investigation unfolds, it raises concerns about transparency and accountability in how football organizations operate within the country, emphasizing the need for reform to prevent misuse of resources intended for sports development. The revelations could have lasting effects on stakeholders and the public's perception of the sport in Argentina.