The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has launched a formal inquiry into the Argentine Football Association (AFA) on suspicion of money laundering, according to reports from Euronews Albania and Koha.net.
The probe unfolds while Argentina is competing in the World Cup, adding a layer of geopolitical and reputational risk to the nation's sporting campaign.
The investigation comes amid heightened scrutiny of football governance globally.
Police recently raided the headquarters of the German Football Association (DFB) in Frankfurt amid suspicions of corruption linked to the organization of Euro 2024.
The DFB confirmed the searches to the press agency France-Presse, signaling a broader crackdown on financial irregularities in European and South American football.
For investors, the FBI's involvement suggests a serious federal interest in the financial flows surrounding the AFA.