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馃搮May 12, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Argentine football clubs strike over AFA president's travel ban; River Plate expands Monumental Stadium to 101,000 capacity; Boca Juniors plans La Bombonera expansion.
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River Plate announces massive Monumental Stadium expansion to 101,000 capacity

River Plate has unveiled plans for a major expansion of the iconic Monumental Stadium, increasing its capacity to 101,000 spectators. This expansion will make it one of the largest soccer venues in the world, setting a new standard for stadium infrastructure in South America Source 4.

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Boca Juniors plans record La Bombonera expansion following River Plate project

In response to River Plate's stadium expansion announcement, arch-rival Boca Juniors has announced its own ambitious plan to expand La Bombonera stadium. This will mark the stadium's biggest makeover ever as the club looks to compete with River Plate's infrastructure developments Source 4.

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Argentine professional clubs stage strike over Claudio Tapia travel ban

Professional clubs in Argentina have agreed to strike from March 5-8 in protest against what they consider judicial persecution of Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia. The strike represents unified player and club opposition to restrictions on Tapia's ability to travel Source 4.

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Argentinos Juniors face Hurac谩n in Liga Profesional quarterfinals

Argentinos Juniors are set to play Hurac谩n in a 2026 Argentine Liga Profesional de F煤tbol Apertura quarterfinal match at Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on May 12. The match features competitive odds with both clubs vying for advancement in the tournament Source 4.

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Colombian Primera B: Uni贸n Magdalena takes on Real Cartagena

Uni贸n Magdalena and Real Cartagena faced off in a Colombian Primera B match on May 12, 2026, with live coverage provided by ESPN. The match was part of the ongoing Colombian professional football schedule Source 6.