Jauretche, an influential journalist, sees popular support for Arturo Frondizi as a marker that the Argentine people are rewriting their history and finally embracing civility over militarism; however, Frondizi's rise may only mark the melding of…
Raúl Scalibrini Ortiz is skpetical of the goverment's rhetoric on democracy while eschewing foreign capital and investments. This a brief look at the writings of one of the most influential intellectuals of the Frondizi era.
The article asserts that Argentine beef is declining in value on the world market, while British monopoly continues to grow. Why? The government has gambled incorrectly on commercializing the local industry. Helpful to see the long, simmering…
Although some Argentine players struggled playing in Italy, others like Sívori and Angelillo ony needed a season or two to adjust and excel–even playing for the Italian national team down the road.
Great article. The national team coach, Maschio, is fired under pressure from sports reporters who found themselves suddenly limited in their access to the national team (but well within the boundaries for journalists). The interventor of AFA is also…
Dante Panzeri rebuts critics who defend the "modern" style as one that fosters higher revenue and better results. Instead, he uses data to show how soccer has declined.
A blank ballot, an enticing idea for Peronist voters who feel isolated, is an unwise move according to this commentary signed by "El descamisado". Instead, it asks voters to think in terms of fútbol, where rooting for a third team–if helpful for your…
An ex-club official bemoans the erosion of club member's rights as club directors try to maximize as much profit as possible. The case here involves asking club members to pay tickets for international exhibition matches (club dues pay for regular…
Ernesto Sábato bemoans the lack of progress in his country, which he sees as a nation with abundant resources of intellectuals, students, universities, scientists, and other groups critical for modernity.
Radicals split into two factions ahead of the 1958 elections: Pueblo and Intransigentes. Arturo Frondizi and Ricardo Balbín head the two factions (respectively).
In the preview to their anticipated matches against Manchester United, these articles aim to provide readers with a better understanding of Estudiantes and their approach to playing soccer.