Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), and Pablo Toviggino, the entity's treasurer, have been summoned for questioning by the economic criminal judge Diego Amarante. They are accused of retaining social security contributions and failing to pay taxes, leading to a ban on their leaving the country. The questioning is scheduled for March 5 and March 6, respectively.

The charges stem from allegations that Tapia and Toviggino neglected to pay a substantial amount in social security contributions for players and employees, with the total amount cited being over $7.5 billion Argentine pesos. This represents a significant failure in their fiscal responsibilities towards workers' benefits, raising serious concerns about corruption and financial malpractice within one of Argentina's most prominent sporting institutions.

The situation has broader implications for the Argentine football community and the AFA's credibility, particularly as the body is continuously scrutinized over its governance and financial management practices. The public and media attention on this case highlight the ongoing issues of corruption and mismanagement in sports organizations, calling for greater accountability and transparency in their operations.