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·7 March 2026

Córdoba buzz: Interior football backs Tapia and Toviggino

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In a context of strong political and judicial tension, the Federal Council will hold the Third Meeting of Interior Leaders this Saturday in Córdoba. The event, which will take place at the Instituto indoor stadium starting at 6:00 PM, is shaping up to be a massive show of support for the leadership of the Argentine football's governing body.

A Message of Political Unity

More than 2,000 directors from leagues, clubs, and federations across the country are expected to attend to hear the closing speeches of Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia and treasurer Pablo Toviggino. Following River's exit from the Executive Committee and recent clashes with the National Government, the meeting aims to consolidate a united internal front against external challenges and reaffirm the leadership of the current management.


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Revolution in the Format: Is a New Category Emerging?

Beyond the political aspect, the sporting highlight will be the announcement of a profound restructuring in interior football. The key points of the project are:

  • New semi-professional category: A tournament will be announced that will be positioned below Federal A starting from the 2027 season.
  • Contract requirements: Unlike current regional tournaments, this division would require clubs to register a minimum number of professional contracts.
  • Technical details: During the conclave, the competition format, the number of participating teams, and the promotion and relegation system will be revealed.

With this initiative, the AFA seeks to professionalize another level of the Argentine football pyramid, integrating more interior institutions into a formal and competitive structure.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.

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