Inaugural issue of Revista Racing Club de Chivilcoy, a fan magazine largely created by the club itself (unlike its counterparts in other, much larger, institutions in major cities like Buenos Aires). This magazine particularly focuses on cultural and…
The commentary by Llistosella chastises club officials for their financial negligence in paying back their debts, even when the state offers them money through television deals on state-run Channel 7. Previous attempts at raising revenue, like…
Instead of lamenting the use of gas and water hoses by the police, the magazine presents these and other forms of public control as "obstacles" that the stoicism of the brave hinchas overcame.
Of particular note is the fact that Estudiantes players are routinely omitted from consideration for the national team. Why? Some accounts cite Estudiantes head coach Osvaldo Zubeldía's unwillingness to release players, but here the national coach…
The civic mindedness of Argentine fútbol is on full display as the fan magazine of Boca Juniors is critical of club management when it comes to the transfer of key players. This article is a great example of the sense of community in a club…
A fascinating article on several accounts: who is to blame for the ills of Argentine fútbol (AFA for postponing and suddenly scheduling league matches--leaving clubs in precarious positions--and clubs for starting stadium repairs days before matches…
Unlike the 1928 Olympics, where reasons were largely external, this loss to Uruguay looks inward at poor preparation and the role (for worse) of soccer officials. Negative portrayal of club officials as well-to-do men who become rich off soccer.
The author describes the 71 deas, and hundreds injured, as "martyrs" in the service of a public spectacle, suggesting that no serious reform will come of this tragedy. As one sugestion, he offers more television coverage as a possible solution of…
These four teams are cited as having insufficiently safe stadiums to hold the number of spectators they receive on a regular basis. AFA is working with stat officials to improve stadium conditions.
In this particular petition, the Eva Peron Foundation asks for the presence of key government officials as honorary officials in the "Juegos Infantiles Eva Peron" and "Juegos Juveniles Juan Peron."
Reporting on the latest AFA meeting, the paper details a telegram from Futbolistas Argentinos Agremiados (FAA) asking that AFA formally recognize this new players' union as a voice for their concerns. La Nación also reveals the discussion among the…
Mangano & Zubeldía did not ultimately resign, but the rumor most likely emanated from a universal condemnation of how Estudiantes played against AC Milan.