Ángel Di María led Rosario Central's comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Talleres de Córdoba in the 2026 Argentine Primera División. The match, played on June 15th, saw the Rosario side fight back from a deficit with a brace from the former Argentine international.
According to the report from en.as.com, Di María leveled the score from the penalty spot in the 65th minute. Just six minutes later, the forward completed his double with a shot assisted by Franco Ibarra, tying the game again after Talleres had retaken the lead. This result is part of the team's current strong run, as they sit fourth in the table with 11 points from six matches.
How did Central perform offensively?
Rosario Central created a high volume of scoring chances at the Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium. Enzo Copetti came close to scoring when his shot hit the right post in the second half, following a pass from Elías Verón. Talleres goalkeeper Ezequiel Unsain was a key figure, making numerous saves.
Unsain stopped headers from Agustín Sández and Gastón Ávila, along with several medium and long-range efforts. Ignacio Ovando, Franco Ibarra, and Alexis Soto all tested the keeper unsuccessfully. Di María, besides his two goals, had three other shots saved by the Cordoban keeper and sent several more off target. The offensive pressure was constant, reflected in the many corners and free kicks won by the team.
What role did substitutions and cards play?
The Rosario Central manager made five changes during the match to try and turn the result around. Elías Verón came on for Emanuel Coronel, while Agustín Sández replaced Alexis Soto. In midfield, Pol Fernández entered for Franco Ibarra and Jáminton Campaz substituted for Alan Rodríguez. Federico Navarro was the final introduction, taking the place of Vicente Pizarro.
Discipline was an issue for the visiting side. Six players received yellow cards: Agustín Sández, Ángel Di María, Franco Ibarra, Enzo Copetti, Alan Rodríguez, and Vicente Pizarro. The match was also interrupted by an injury to Di María that required medical attention, plus another unspecified delay related to the Rosario team.
What is Rosario Central's current context?
This draw is part of a positive streak for the club. In their current standings, Rosario Central is unbeaten in their last three matches, with two wins and a draw. With 7 goals scored and 5 conceded, their goal difference is +2. The team is just two points behind the leader, Argentinos Juniors, in what is shaping up to be a very competitive season.
The next challenge is a high-voltage Rosario derby. Rosario Central will host Newell's Old Boys at home on September 6th, a match that always generates great expectation. Fans can follow the team's preparation and squad status on our squad page. Maintaining this unbeaten run will be vital to stay in the fight for the top spots in the Primera División.
