A judge in Argentina, Diego Amarante, has decided not to dismiss the case against Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, Pablo Toviggino, and other officials from the Argentine Football Association (AFA), as they are involved in an investigation for alleged tax evasion. The case was brought to light by the Argentine Revenue and Customs Control Agency (ARCA), accusing them of failing to pay income taxes, value-added taxes, and withholding contributions for players and employees, alongside potential issues with counterfeit invoices.

Judge Amarante supported the position of prosecutor Claudio Navas Rial and ARCA, agreeing that the investigation should continue despite Tapia’s efforts to close the case. Tapia had claimed that a lack of criminal action should lead to the case's dismissal, citing Ministry of Economy regulations that he believed exempted certain associations from tax obligations. However, the court found sufficient grounds to investigate further, indicating the seriousness of the allegations.

The decision to continue the investigation into Tapia and Toviggino highlights ongoing concerns about transparency and financial conduct within the Argentine Football Association. If proven guilty, they could face significant penalties, which would have broader implications for governance in Argentine football, potentially leading to calls for reform within the AFA and greater accountability for football officials.