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Reports: Real Madrid's Ancelotti agrees deal to take charge of Brazil

29-04-2025 11:06 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has agreed to take over the Brazilian national team, several Spanish media outlets reported Monday.

Boca Juniors coach Fernando Gago sacked after Superclásico defeat

29-04-2025 10:57 Boca Juniors sack Fernando Gago, two days after the Xeneize slumped to a 2-1 defeat in the Superclásico to River Plate.

Maradona's daughter says doctors could have prevented star's death

16-04-2025 10:16 Dalma Maradona accuses doctors of deception and neglect as late footballer's final days come under scrutiny in emotional trial.

Gallardo remains untouchable, but questions should be asked

12-04-2025 07:12 Almost a year after his triumphal return to the Monumental, Gallardo and River Plate cannot help but be concerned at how the team is performing.

by Dan Edwards

Maradona trial: No alcohol or drugs in star's blood when he died

02-04-2025 18:10 Diego Maradona had no alcohol or recreational drugs in his blood when he died, despite his history of substance abuse, an expert witness testifies during trial.

Argentina becomes first non-Euro nation to host Horseball World Cup

02-04-2025 08:39 A World Cup unfolding within a space of 1,800 square metres at the Rural Society exhibition grounds in Palermo.

by Michael Soltys

Argentina thrash Brazil, clinch 2026 World Cup qualification

25-03-2025 22:35 Goals from Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister and Giovani Simeone secure a convincing 3-1 win over Brazil as Albiceleste becomes first South American side to book its place at the World Cup 2026.

Witness arrested for false testimony at Maradona death trial

25-03-2025 17:39 Julio Coria, Diego Maradona's former bodyguard, detained for false testimony after the court in charge of trial into legendary footballer's death noted contradictions in his statements.

Court dismisses two defence lawyers from trial into Maradona's death

13-03-2025 23:32 San Isidro court trying seven health professionals for the death of Diego Maradona removes two lawyers of one of the defendants from the case over potential conflict of interest.

Football fans put rivalries aside to stand up for pensioners

13-03-2025 00:39 As this week’s protest against President Javier Milei's government proves, supporters are willing to put aside their differences to fight a perceived injustice.

by Dan Edwards

Appeals court throws out rape case against French rugby players

18-02-2025 20:25 Appeals judges on Tuesday dismissed rape charges against French rugby players Oscar Jégou and Hugo Auradou.

Just what is going on with Estudiantes and Foster Gillett?

14-02-2025 13:30 After a January of reckless spending, serious doubts have emerged over US businessman Foster Gillett's economic dealings, raising questions about just what exactly is going on with their shadowy financier.

by Dan Edwards

Time will tell if money talks in top flight

30-01-2025 23:38 One of the joys of this league, after all, is its ability to constantly surprise us.

by Dan Edwards

New season, more teams, new stars, same dream

24-01-2025 06:40 After a lively start to the transfer window in Argentina, there’s certainly no shortage of contenders for this year’s title(s).

by Dan Edwards

Franco Colapinto signs with French Formula 1 side Alpine

09-01-2025 14:56 Pilar-born racer signs for French Formula One side BWT Alpine as a test and reserve driver on “multi-year” deal.

Bullrich warns U-20 football team ‘could get kidnapped’ in Venezuela

08-01-2025 17:41 Security Minister Patricia Bullrich calls on CONMEBOL to strip hosts Venezuela of the tournament and says Argentina won’t send under-20 football team due to “kidnapping” fears.

Vélez may have stumbled to finish line, but are worthy champions

18-12-2024 15:55 If ‘El Fortín’ can keep this side together and strengthen in the summer, they have a great chance of fighting for honours again in 2025.

by Dan Edwards

Title joy for Vélez Sarsfield after decade-long drought

16-12-2024 07:44 Vélez Sarsfield crowned champions of the 2024 Liga Profesional de Fútbol after defeating title rivals Huracán 2-0 on the final day of the season.

'Diego Eterno' – New multimedia exhibition pays tribute to Maradona

03-12-2024 10:08 New multimedia exhibition 'Diego eterno,' which opened in Buenos Aires this week honours Diego Maradona's life with an immersive hologram experience, the player's memorabilia, and recreations of pivotal moments in his career.

Judge to decide on French rugby players' rape case next month

29-11-2024 21:23 Judge todecide on December 10 whether to dismiss the charges against two French international rugby players accused of raping a woman after a match in Argentina.