Argentine football is currently on strike, or facing a 'lockout', with clubs rather than players driving this decision. The strike began on Thursday, as the 9th round of the Apertura Tournament was supposed to commence, but all 15 matches in the Primera División, along with games in lower divisions, were postponed with no clear resolution in sight. The motive behind this disruption is the support for Claudio Chiqui Tapia and other leaders of the AFA (Argentine Football Association), who are being investigated for a supposed evasion of billions in pesos. There seems to be a belief among club leaders that they are victims of a governmental persecution.

During a recent Executive Committee meeting, this decision was reaffirmed, although not everyone agreed on the strike's continuation, leading to further uncertainty regarding the strike's timeline and potential expansion. As part of this ongoing situation, teams continue to train, but they cannot play matches, exacerbating the issue of suspended sporting activity. The ramifications of this strike concerning the legitimacy of the clubs and the AFA's leadership could have lasting implications for Argentine football, especially amid ongoing investigations and public scrutiny.