India, July 9 -- The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched an investigation into the financial operations of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) in the United States over allegations of possible money laundering, according to a report by Argentine newspaper La Nacion.

The report said investigators are examining how funds linked to the AFA, headed by president Claudio Tapia, were routed through the US financial system and whether any criminal offences may have been committed.

The development comes amid heightened scrutiny of Argentina following its controversial FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 victory over Egypt, a match that triggered widespread criticism over several refereeing decisions.

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