The economic crimes judge, Diego Amarante, rejected Tapia's request to leave the country for 60 days in a case for alleged improper retention of contributions, considering that 'the imprecision of the reasons alleged' and the lack of updated documentation prevent the measure from being relaxed. In a parallel case, federal judge Adrián González Charvay ordered raids in Viamonte and Ezeiza in an investigation into the alleged handling of funds through the company TourProdEnter, linked to Javier Faroni. Buenos Aires, March 29 (NA) -- Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia completes nine years at the head of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) with a cycle marked by sporting achievements, institutional order, and economic growth, although he is facing a judicial scenario that adds pressure less than three months before the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. AFA reported that since taking office on March 29, 2017, the management has advanced in the institutional normalization after a period of crisis, with the strengthening of the internal structure, the consolidation of the relationship with clubs and leagues, and greater federalization with the participation of the interior. In addition, it highlighted the administrative modernization through the incorporation of technological tools and improvements in control and management processes, according to the Argentine News Agency. On the sports front, it pointed to the recovery of the international prominence of the Argentine national team, along with the development of youth and women's soccer, under a scheme of identity, continuity, and long-term planning. In economic terms, it indicated an increase in commercial income, strategic agreements, and management that allowed sustaining competitions and investing in infrastructure and training. The current situation at AFA The institutional situation coexists with judicial cases. Appointed Rubén Miguel Pappacena and Agustín Ortiz de Marco will analyze balances, contracts, contributions, and commercial ties. The case also reaches the treasurer Pablo Toviggino for the alleged relationship with a property in Pilar and possible diversions. Additionally, the government ordered a 180-day audit.
