The FBI alongside U.S. federal prosecutors has launched an investigation into the Argentine Football Association's (AFA) financial dealings in the United States, focusing on potential money laundering and fraud totaling hundreds of millions of dollars [1, 2, 3, 4]. The inquiry centers on roughly $260 million processed through TourProdEnter LLC, a company managing AFA's overseas commercial contracts, which handles about 30% of AFA's international income after taxes and charges a 10% commission on logistics expenses [1, 2, 3, 4].
In addition to the $260 million, investigators have identified approximately $57 million transferred to various companies and beneficiaries lacking clear economic justification [1, 2, 4]. Several recipient companies have no identifiable business records, and some controllers reportedly receive social assistance benefits while residing in Argentine locations such as Bariloche or Buenos Aires [1].
The FBI has interviewed Argentine businessman Guillermo Tofani in connection with these transactions, seeking clarity on their purposes [1, 2, 3, 4]. Documents reveal that funds moved through major U.S. banks, including Citibank, Synovus, Bank of America, JP Morgan, and PNC Bank, but only part of the transfers link to legitimate operating expenses [1, 2, 3].
At least three federal prosecutors based in Washington, DC, and South Florida are conducting the investigation, which began in 2025 and expanded in early 2026 after a tip-off from Argentina's Ministry of Security [2, 3, 4]. The probe intensified during the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, coinciding with Argentina's preparation to face Switzerland [2, 3].
No official charges have been filed, and authorities do not expect the investigation to affect Argentina’s participation in the World Cup [2, 3]. Between July 1 and 8, 2026, the FBI and prosecutors held hearings and collected evidence related to AFA's financial operations through TourProdEnter LLC [1, 4]. Further developments are pending as the inquiry continues.
