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- Collection: Records from the Asociación del Fútbol Argentino (AFA)
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Relaciones Internacionales; Campeonato del Mundo Copa Mundial de la FIFA 1974-Argentina Sede del XI Campeonato de Fútbol Copa Mundial de la FIFA 1978
The military government emphasizes the growing importance of Argentina in international sports as it begins to prepare for the 1978 World Cup. The state issues Ley Nº 19.468, ratified by the Ministerio de Bienestar Social on March 6, 1972 (Resolución…
Resolución de la comisión interventora adoptada en sesión extraordinaria realizada el 20 de octubre de 1955
Although the resolution requires players to honor their selection to the national team, the onus is on the club directors to allow their players to leave.
Resoluciones sancionadas por el interventor Dr. Juan Martín Oneto Gaona el 17 de diciembre de 1969
Alberto Poletti, who was permanently expelled from professional fútbol for his actions against AC Milan, appealed for leniency citing his ability to earn a living. The new interventor, Oneto Gaona, declines the request citing the image of the…
Resoluciones sancionadas por el interventor Dr. Juan Martín Oneto Gaona el 23 de diciembre de 1970
An insight to how Argentina began preparations to host the 1970 World Cup.
Seleccionado nacional
Several players from clubs participating in the Copa Libertadores are called to the national team ahead of the World Cup. Their request is that AFA honor the financial rewards they would receive in the Copa Libertadores if they are to play in the…
Señor delegado:
The Peronist government intervened in AFA and placed Pedro Canaveri as President. This letter conveys a sense of harmony and success in soccer through the transitionary period.
Sesión extraordinaria del consejo directivo realizada el 20 de octubre 1958
Mario Linker (although not mentioned by name here) died at a soccer match due to excessive force by the police. AFA moves to honor the victim, tend to his family, and assess the causes of his death--including excessive force (although the police, nor…
Solicitud de informes a la Football Association
AFA seeks information to ascertain whether any San Lorenzo player should face disciplinary action (eventually Sanfilippo is named).
Tarjetas Plasticas
The new card system implemented by FIFA is officially approved for use for the Argentine leagues.
Televisación de partidos
Shows contract rights to televise matches for the 1957 season
Tragedia en el estadio del Club A. River Plate
AFA expresses its support and sadness concerning the tragedy of Puerta 12, offering financial compensation to the victims and calling for a public honoring for the deaths through a week of no games, players wearing black armbands, and other measures.