Rosario Central and River Clash in Must-Watch Showdown for Torneo Clausura
Rosario Central vs. River: High-Stakes Clash at the Gigante de Arroyito this October
The highly anticipated matchup between Rosario Central and River Plate is set for Sunday, October 5, at the iconic Gigante de Arroyito Stadium. As the leaders on the annual table, Rosario Central hosts River Plate in what promises to be a thrilling contest in the 11th round of the Torneo Clausura 2025. The action kicks off at 21:15 (ARG/URU/CHI) and 19:15 (COL/PER/ECU), with live broadcast available on ESPN Premium.
Key Players to Watch in Rosario Central vs. River Plate
The spotlight will shine brightly on Rosario Central’s Ángel Di María, who has been instrumental in securing important goals throughout the season. Keep an eye on teammates Víctor Malcorra, Alejo Veliz, and Carlos Quintana, who are expected to make significant contributions.
For River, despite the absence of Maximiliano Salas due to suspension, players such as Juan Fernando Quintero, Facundo Colidio, Juan Portillo, and Walter Acuña will be pivotal in challenging the hosts at Rosario.
Team Performance and Upcoming Challenges
Rosario Central is on a remarkable streak, remaining the only unbeaten team among the 30 in the Torneo Clausura after 10 matches. They recently triumphed 3-0 over Gimnasia in La Plata, holding 15 points and positioned at 6th in Group B. Under the guidance of Ariel Holan, they strive to surpass Marcelo Gallardo’s team, aiming for 3rd place with a potential 15-point tally.
Meanwhile, River has had mixed results. Following a tough elimination by Palmeiras in the quarter-finals of the CONMEBOL Libertadores, they suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Deportivo Riestra, the leaders of Zona B. However, they bounced back with a narrow 1-0 victory against Racing in the Copa Argentina quarter-finals.
Recent Encounters and Tactical Battles
The last face-off between the two teams on March 29 at El Monumental ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw. For River, goals came from Lucas Martínez Quarta and Ian Subiabre, while Sebastián Ferreira and Santiago López scored for Rosario Central, setting the stage for what is expected to be another fierce battle.
Match Details: Date, Time, and Live Broadcast
| Fixture | Date | Time (ARG/URU/CHI) | Time (COL/PER/ECU) | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosario Central vs. River Plate | Sunday, October 5 | 21:15 | 19:15 | ESPN Premium |
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this pivotal showdown in Argentine football, as Rosario Central and River Plate battle it out for supremacy on the field!
