Overview
- The Torneo Apertura remains set to open on January 22 with Aldosivi vs. Defensa y Justicia in Mar del Plata.
- LPF moved San Lorenzo vs. Lanús on January 23 to a 19:00 start and pushed Racing vs. Rosario Central on January 28 to 19:00.
- AFA officially reprogrammed the starts of Primera Nacional and Primera B to February 14, while Primera C stays on February 21.
- Clubs across the ascenso, including San Martín (Tucumán) and Colón, are extending preseason plans and revising logistics to match the new calendar.
- Newly promoted Gimnasia (Mendoza) and Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) continue roster building and stadium upgrades to meet LPF/AFA requirements, with Gimnasia retaining coach Ariel Broggi and adding multiple signings.