Rosario Central now knows its schedule for the decisive stretch of the 2026 Torneo Clausura. The Liga Profesional de Fútbol has set the dates and times for matchdays 13, 14 and 15, which will shape the landscape before the final round.

The team managed by Miguel Ángel Russo, sitting third in the table with 19 points, faces three key fixtures. First, they visit Atlético Tucumán on Friday, 16 October at 20:00 in Zona B, broadcast on ESPN Premium. Then they host Huracán on Saturday, 24 October at 21:30, also on ESPN Premium. They close against Sarmiento on Friday, 30 October at 21:15, a match shown on TNT Sports.

A key month

The Liga Profesional announced the schedule after the FIFA date. The 30 First Division teams are preparing for a key month. Matchday 16 of the Clausura will determine the annual table champion, the qualifiers for the Copa Libertadores and Sudamericana, and relegation. Additionally, direct elimination playoffs will be contested between the top eight teams from each zone.

Rosario Central enters this phase in good form. They are on a five-match unbeaten run in the league, with three wins and two draws. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Banfield on 6 October, with a goal from Giovanni Cantizano. Before this final stretch, the Canalla have an immediate commitment: they host fifth-placed Independiente Rivadavia this Saturday, 11 October.

The team's position in the standings table places them in a comfortable spot to aim for the playoffs. With 12 goals scored and 9 conceded, offensive efficiency has been key, led by Ángel Di María and his 8 goals this season.

Newell's outlook

The other Rosario club, Newell's Old Boys, also learned its schedule. They will play Central Córdoba on Monday, 19 October at 19:00 on TNT Sports, then visit San Lorenzo on Saturday, 24 October at 19:15 on the same channel, and close against Unión on Sunday, 1 November at 18:30 on ESPN Premium. All their matches will be in Zona A.

Both Rosario teams are well positioned to reach the playoffs. This opens the possibility of a third Rosario derby this season, depending on results and the knockout phase draw. The last meeting between the two ended 1-1 on 6 September.

The conclusion of the tournament promises to be intense. Rosario Central ends its regular phase participation on 30 October against Sarmiento at the Gigante de Arroyito.

First reported at rosarionuestro.com