VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Maduro declared Venezuela election winner, opposition reject result 29-07-2024 14:03 Nicolas Maduro declared winner of Venezuela's presidential election but opposition and key regional neighbours immediately reject official results.
Copa América 2024 Copa victory caps stunning run for Argentina’s golden generation 15-07-2024 15:46 The last three years have been ones to remember for this Argentina team and with this latest victory, they are surely the greatest that this football-addicted nation has ever seen. by Dan Edwards
REGIONAL ROW Venezuela faces criticism over arrests ahead of vote 22-03-2024 00:21 Argentina leads international criticism of Venezuela over its arrest of two top aides to opposition leader María Corina Machado, a surging rival to President Nicolás Maduro.
ELECTION 2023: REACTION Maduro slams Milei, says 'neo-Nazi extreme right' won election in Argentina 21-11-2023 17:16 Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro brands Javier Milei a "neo-Nazi" following libertarian's victory in Argentina's presidential campaign.
MARKETS Wall Street welcomes Milei victory but warns of challenges ahead 20-11-2023 14:29 Analysts and investors welcome the prospect of radical change in Argentina but warn about deep challenges facing Javier Milei.
ELECTION 2023: REACTION President-elect Milei vows to end ‘Argentine decadence’ in speech 19-11-2023 22:37 In a victory speech to adoring cheer-filled supporters, Argentina's president-elect Javier Milei on Sunday vowed to begin "the reconstruction of Argentina" and end the country's economic decline.
ELECTION 2023 Libertarian lawmaker Milei wins presidential election 19-11-2023 20:58 Libertarian outsider pulls off massive upset with a resounding win in Argentina's presidential election, a stinging rebuke of the traditional parties that have overseen decades of economic decline.
Football & Politics Claudio Tapia: Victory parade row shines spotlight on AFA chief 26-12-2022 14:56 The bus carrying the most popular caravan in the country’s history did not arrive at the Obelisk, as the World Cup champions wanted, and neither did they make it to the balcony of the Casa Rosada, as the government desired. The dispute over the celebrations following Argentina’s triumph in Qatar underlines ‘Chiqui’ Tapia’s complicated relationship with President Alberto Fernández. by Agustín Colombo
Qatar 2022 World Cup French minister brands Argentina 'vulgar and inelegant winners' 23-12-2022 09:27 French Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra accuses Argentina's footballers of being "inelegant winners" and "vulgar" for mocking her country's star Kylian Mbappé on their victory parade.
POLITICS & APOLITICAL PLAYERS President says players didn’t offend him with Casa Rosada snub 21-12-2022 23:40 Political tensions rise amid back-and-forth over the non-visit of Argentina’s players to the Casa Rosada; Alberto Fernández plays down row, brands himself “president of three cups.”
BEDLAM IN BUENOS AIRES Delirium grips Buenos Aires on a chaotic day for the ages 21-12-2022 15:42 Party atmosphere on streets of nation’s capital as passionate fans revel in World Cup success as one, swamping city’s streets in huge numbers for victory parade and the chance of a glimpse of their heroes. by James Grainger
Bedlam in Buenos Aires Aborted World Cup bus parade a snapshot of Argentina's charm and vice 21-12-2022 14:45 Friends, families and fans travelled from across the country to the capital to bask in the glory of a first world title in 36 years. Yet most ended up missing the main show.
ARGENTINA: WORLD CHAMPIONS Fan gloom as Argentina's World Cup victory parade ends abruptly 20-12-2022 22:12 Millions of jubilant fans turned out Tuesday to welcome home Argentina's World Cup winners but most were left disappointed when an open-top bus parade had to be abandoned due to massive crowds.
ARGENTINA: WORLD CHAMPIONS Argentina's World Cup party ends with clashes, arrests and injuries 20-12-2022 21:44 At least 31 people injured during festivities in Buenos Aires; To date, 13 arrests made, including four involved in clashes with security forces at Obelisk.
ARGENTINA'S VICTORY PARADE World Cup winners ditch bus for chopper ride over Buenos Aires 20-12-2022 17:24 World Cup winners forced to abandon open-top bus parade due to massive crowds and instead embark upon a helicopter tour.
VICTORY PARADE HALTED Huge crowds force authorities to abort World Cup victory parade 20-12-2022 17:05 Huge crowds of Argentines take to streets to enjoy victory parade by World Cup winners, but security forces early abortion due to security concerns; Local outlets estimate as many as five million people took to streets to celebrate. by James Grainger
ARGENTINA: WORLD CHAMPIONS Argentina’s World Cup victory parade in Buenos Aires – from AFA's training ground to the Obelisk 20-12-2022 10:39 Information on the route the open-top bus parade will take on the national holiday and where you can see the players and the World Cup.
POLITICS & SPORT Argentina lauds united footballers in divided crisis-riven country 20-12-2022 09:16 For the last month, the Albiceleste have brought success and unity to their fans, in stark contrast to the country's economic woes and polarised political landscape.
ARGENTINA: WORLD CHAMPIONS Lionel Messi: The Greatest? 18-12-2022 23:56 In a glittering career that has spanned three decades, Lionel Messi has won 37 club trophies, seven Ballon D'Or awards and six European Golden Boots. There has been a Copa América title, an Olympic gold medal and a list of scoring and statistical records that may never be beaten. And now, there is a World Cup on the list too.
Bloomberg World Cup win could bring GDP boost to France or Argentina 16-12-2022 14:26 Argentina is better placed than France to reap the economic benefit that typically comes from winning the World Cup, says one academic.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Argentina hopeful Di María, De Paul fit for World Cup quarter-final 08-12-2022 15:01 Lionel Scaloni is optimistic Ángel Di María and Rodrigo De Paul will be available for Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against the Netherlands.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Albiceleste back on track in World Cup roller coaster 02-12-2022 11:04 It has been a roller coaster ride for Argentina at the World Cup in Qatar, but after veering off the rails early on, the Albiceleste are firmly back on track.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Australia awaits as Scaloneta starts to thrive under pressure 01-12-2022 00:04 When the team is in trouble, Lionel Messi normally steps forward to come to the rescue and drag his nation out of a hold. But this is 2022, and even when the superstar has an off-day, some more unlikely figures are more than ready to play the hero. by Dan Edwards
Qatar 2022 World Cup 'Another World Cup begins now,' warns skipper after Poland win 30-11-2022 18:30 Looking ahead to Saturday's clash with Australia in the last 16 of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Argentina's skipper warns his teammates that "anyone can beat anyone" and to take things "one game at a time."
Qatar 2022 World Cup Argentina see off Poland, setting up last 16 clash with Australia 30-11-2022 18:02 Albiceleste avoid the drama and ease to 2-0 win over Poland, qualifying from Group C and setting up a last-16 tie with Australia.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Enzo Fernández provides Argentina with much-needed oxygen 27-11-2022 07:30 Enzo Fernández's 57th-minute introduction coincided with the moment things began to look up for the Albiceleste. Benfica star is living the dream and he is becoming ever more important for Argentina.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Messi and Enzo show the way as Argentina deliver requisite dose of suffering 26-11-2022 22:13 Lionel Messi has soared closer to the heavens than any other player of his generation, and he swooped just in time to extricate his nation from possible World Cup disaster and keep their hopes in Qatar alive and kicking. by Mess-Icarus saves the day as Argentina deliver requisite dose of suffering
Qatar 2022 World Cup Scaloni calls for calm after World Cup victory over Mexico 26-11-2022 22:05 Lionel Scaloni pleaded with Argentines to remain calm after Lionel Messi helped keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Messi golazo helps keep Argentina's World Cup hopes alive 26-11-2022 18:38 Albiceleste secure vital 2-0 win over Mexico; Messi the hero after firing home in 64th minute; Enzo Fernández adds second goal three minutes from time.
Qatar 2022 World Cup Messi nourishes dream of matching Maradona's tall Argentina legacy 26-11-2022 18:32 Lionel Messi's dream of matching late great Diego Maradona's Argentina legacy lives on after the crunch 2-0 victory over Mexico on Saturday evening.
BRAZIL ELECTION 2022 Fernández flies to São Paulo to congratulate Lula on election win 31-10-2022 11:10 President Alberto Fernández heads to São Paulo for a meeting with Brazil's new president-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
BRAZIL ELECTION 2022 Experts: Lula must fight for centre to win Brazil run-off 06-10-2022 01:30 Known as a deft politician, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will need to tap his acumen to strike alliances if he is to defeat Jair Bolsonaro in the October 30 showdown.