Argentine football president reveals details of AFA title to Central

The president of an Argentine club revealed details of the meeting where the AFA awarded a title to Rosario Central. He also admitted he would have accepted a similar recognition for his own team. A congratulatory message from AFA president Chiqui Tapia sparked criticism on social media.

In a recent revelation, the president of Vélez Sarsfield, an Argentine football club, shared details of the meeting where the Argentine Football Association (AFA) decided to award the 2025 League championship title to Rosario Central, known as the Canalla. According to the official, this recognition was controversial, but he himself confessed he would have accepted an equivalent award for his team if offered.

This AFA decision has sparked controversy in Argentine football circles. Meanwhile, AFA president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia posted a congratulatory message to Rosario Central, triggering a wave of criticism on social media. Fans reminded Tapia of the contentious nature of the title given to the Rosario club, questioning the legitimacy of the measure.

The event highlights tensions in AFA management, with debates on fairness in local football. No direct contradictions appear between sources, but the controversy lingers in public opinion.

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