The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has reportedly fallen victim to a cyberattack following Argentina’s controversial FIFA World Cup Round of 16 victory over Egypt.
According to Argentine media outlet Le Calle, hackers compromised official AFA email accounts and sent unauthorized messages to journalists shortly after the match. The emails falsely claimed that “Argentina did not win” and alleged that “corrupt refereeing decisions” influenced the outcome of the game.
The fraudulent messages also praised Egypt’s performance and reportedly included threatening statements referencing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, raising concerns over the political motivations behind the attack.
Sources within the AFA, as cited by the report, believe the attackers were of Egyptian origin. The hackers are alleged to have breached the federation’s database, gaining access to sensitive information including email addresses, passwords, and IP addresses.
The incident highlights the growing cybersecurity risks facing major sporting organizations, particularly during high-profile international tournaments when emotions and public attention are at their peak. It also underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect official communications and sensitive digital infrastructure from unauthorized access.
As of the time of publication, the Argentine Football Association has not issued a formal public statement confirming the extent of the breach or whether an official investigation is underway.
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