Discover Argentina’s unique domestic calendar, from league to cup action, and unearth top clubs like River Plate, Banfield, and Nueva Chicago.
For managers stepping outside of European football for the first time, it can be a little daunting where to start. South America has a plethora of fascinating clubs, and national sides steeped in football heritage, and the choice of where to take your talents can be overwhelming. However, for managers who do choose to broaden their horizons, you’ll be rewarded with a fun and challenging save, as you take on the challenges of new competitions and unfamiliar calendars to go along with clubs and players you might not be familiar with.
This article is part of a series on managing in South America; a quick guide to how the domestic season works in different countries, and top clubs to manage based on your wishes. For the purposes of this article, we’ll be looking at Argentina.
Domestic Calendar
Now that you’ve settled on an Argentinian adventure, which side should you take with you on your journey to success?
River Plate
Banfield
Nueva Chicago
Conclusion
Argentinian football is a fun yet challenging road to take through South America. On the continent, you’ll battle it out with clubs from great football rival Brazil to claim dominance over South America, while at home you’ll contest some of the most fiery and passionate derbies in the world. All the while nurturing the next generation of world-beating talents. Do you have the next Messi hidden among your youth academy? Can you keep him in Argentina as you time the Premier Division into one of the most prestigious in the world?