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AFA defends exclusive contract and 30% commission to Faroni's firm amid laundering probe
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Following raids on its facilities and Javier Faroni's home, the Argentine Football Association defended its 2021 exclusive deal granting Faroni's company a 30% commission on overseas contracts until 2026, accusing former partners of a destabilization campaign.
Emanuel Leguizamón, a referee from La Pampa who became a professional with AFA just over a year ago, died in a serious road accident in Patagonia. He was traveling with three colleagues who were seriously injured after officiating a match in the Torneo Regional Federal Amateur.
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Argentine justice has ordered the helicopter's owning company to provide information on who paid for flights to a mansion in Pilar linked to the AFA scandal. Pilots testified that the 60 landings were practice flights without passengers. Judge Marcelo Aguinsky is investigating AFA treasurer Pablo Toviggino for alleged fund diversion.
Patricia Bullrich swore in as a national senator for La Libertad Avanza in Argentina's Congress on Friday, bidding farewell to her role at the Ministry of Security. During the ceremony, she clashed with Vice President Victoria Villarruel and announced plans to investigate the transparency of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) from the Senate. The event featured incidents like a dispute over a seat for Karina Milei.
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The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced with deep sorrow the death of Omar Souto, the historic manager of the National Teams, at age 73. Souto was a key figure in Argentine football, accompanying generations of players from youth levels to world champions. His legacy includes endearing and pivotal moments, such as Lionel Messi's first call-up.