The Canalla emerged victorious at the Estadio Gigante de Arroyito, defeating Barracas Central 2-0 in the fifth match of the Apertura. Enzo Copetti opened the scoring in the 57th minute of the second half, followed shortly after by Ángel Di María’s goal at the 89th minute, which sealed the match.
Copetti’s goal was a stunning header, following a precise pass from Agustín Sández, finding the left post of goalkeeper Marcelo Miño. Di María showcased his prowess again late in the game to further secure the win after an earlier attempt hit the post in the 57th minute.
Ángel Di María was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, performing exceptionally well with a goal and a total of six shots on target. Enzo Copetti also impressed, contributing one goal and taking two shots during the game.
Head coach Jorge Almirón utilized a 4-3-3 formation for Rosario Central, featuring Jeremías Ledesma in goal, with a defensive line consisting of Emanuel Coronel, Ignacio Ovando, Gastón Ávila, and Agustín Sández. The midfield included Enzo Giménez, Franco Ibarra, and Vicente Pizarro, while the attacking trio was comprised of Ángel Di María, Alejo Veliz, and Enzo Copetti.
Meanwhile, Barracas Central, under the management of Rubén Insúa, lined up in a 5-4-1 system, with Marcelo Miño as the last line of defense. The back five consisted of Rafael Barrios, Kevin Jappert, Fernando Tobio, Gastón Campi, and Rodrigo Insúa. The midfield saw Iván Tapia, Iván Guaraz, Tomás Porra, and Gonzalo Maroni, with Facundo Bruera leading the attack.
Pablo Echavarría officiated the match, ensuring a fair contest throughout.
In their next fixtures, Rosario Central will face Talleres at home, while Barracas Central will travel to play against Platense.
Substitutions for Rosario Central
54’ 2H – Emanuel Coronel off for Julián Fernández
76’ 2H – Enzo Copetti off for Federico Navarro
84’ 2H – Agustín Sández off for Alexis Soto
Yellow Card for Rosario Central:
4’ 2H Enzo Giménez
Substitutions for Barracas Central
45’ 2H – Gonzalo Maroni off for Gonzalo Morales and Rafael Barrios off for Nicolás Capraro
65’ 2H – Iván Guaraz off for Dardo Miloc
72’ 2H – Iván Tapia off for Jhonatan Candia and Tomás Porra off for Rodrigo Bogarín
Yellow Cards for Barracas Central:
31’ 1H Iván Guaraz, 17’ 2H Gastón Campi, and 46’ 2H Rodrigo Insúa