The Argentine judiciary, led by judge Diego Amarante and prosecutor Claudio Navas Rial, is investigating the president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, along with other AFA officials, including treasurer Pablo Toviggino, for the improper withholding of tax contributions and social security payments. This investigation arises from a complaint filed by the Revenue and Customs Control Agency (ARCA), which has provided extensive documentation regarding the financial practices of the AFA.

Currently, the court is scrutinizing a significant amount of documentation submitted by ARCA, as well as additional information from other public and private entities. The investigation focuses particularly on the accounts held by the AFA at Credicoop Bank, which has been identified as the financial institution where the AFA maintains the majority of its banking relationships. Tapia has filed a request for dismissal from the case, seeking to clear his name amidst the allegations.

The implications of this case could be profound for the Argentine football landscape, potentially impacting trust in the AFA and its financial governance. If evidence of wrongdoing is confirmed, it may lead to severe repercussions not only for the implicated individuals but also for the organization as a whole, sparking discussions about accountability and transparency in sports governance.