The match between Rosario Central and River Plate concluded with a 0-0 draw, failing to see the net bulge at any point during the game.
Despite the draw, River Plate dominated possession with 66% and created 17 goal-scoring opportunities, showing their attacking intentions throughout the match.
Paulo Díaz emerged as the standout performer, effectively clearing five dangerous balls from his defensive zone, showcasing his influence on the backline for River.
Gaspar Duarte was another key player for Rosario Central, successfully completing seven passes and attempting three shots on goal, highlighting his pivotal role in the midfield.
Coach Jorge Almirón deployed a 4-5-1 formation for Rosario Central, with Jeremías Ledesma in goal; a defensive line of Emanuel Coronel, Facundo Mallo, Ignacio Ovando, and Alexis Soto; a midfield comprised of Franco Ibarra, Vicente Pizarro, Enzo Giménez, Ángel Di María, and Enzo Copetti; and Alejo Veliz leading the attack.
On the opposing side, Marcelo Gallardo’s River Plate lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Santiago Beltrán in goal; a defense including Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Paulo Díaz, and Lautaro Rivero; a midfield with Fausto Vera, Aníbal Moreno, Tomás Galván, and Juan Fernando Quintero; and forwards Facundo Colidio and Sebastián Driussi.
The match was officiated by referee Facundo Tello Figueroa.
Looking ahead, Rosario Central is set to face Aldosivi in their next fixture, while River Plate will host Tigre at the Estadio Mas Monumental.
Substitutions for Rosario Central
Yellow Cards Issued to Rosario Central:
- 14’ 1T Vicente Pizarro (Unsporting behavior)
- 42’ 2T Franco Ibarra (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for River Plate
- 45’ 2T Sebastian Driussi off for Maximiliano Salas, Enzo Copetti off for Gaspar Duarte
- 69’ 2T Lautaro Rivero off for Marcos Acuña, Tomás Galván off for Giuliano Galoppo, Juan Fernando Quintero off for Santiago Lencina
- 76’ 2T Facundo Colidio off for Ian Subiabre
Yellow Cards Issued to River Plate:
- 27’ 1T Lautaro Rivero (Arguing with an opponent)
- 43’ 1T Fausto Vera (Unsporting behavior)
- 30’ 2T Maximiliano Salas (Unsporting behavior)
- 33’ 2T Marcos Acuña (Arguing with an opponent)