Overview
- The AFA modified competition rules without prior notice and awarded the 2025 Liga title to Rosario Central based on the annual table.
- LaLiga president Javier Tebas said he feels pity for the state of Argentine club football and questioned recent decisions and the division’s economic sustainability.
- AFA president Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia defended the top flight as the league of world champions and demanded respect for Argentina’s domestic tournament.
- Recent refereeing errors, controversial on‑field remarks, and perceptions of favoritism have further eroded trust in the integrity of local competitions, according to editorial analysis.
- Opinion pieces urge a broad stakeholders’ review, clearer public VAR protocols, and conflict‑of‑interest safeguards, highlighting club strains such as San Lorenzo’s need for AFA funds to cover salaries.