Rosario Central faces Independiente Del Valle this Wednesday, May 27, in a decisive duel for the leadership of Group H in the 2026 CONMEBOL Libertadores. Although both teams have already secured their qualification for the round of 16, the match at the Estadio Banco Guayaquil will define who will finish as leader of the zone and gain home advantage in the next round. The Argentine team arrives as unbeaten leader with 13 points and has the mathematical advantage: a draw or a win is enough for them to stay in first place. For its part, Independiente del Valle has 10 units and is obliged to win in the altitude of Quito to surpass Rosario Central by direct confrontation criteria. The Ecuadorian team will try to take advantage of the conditions in Quito and the pressure of their stadium to impose themselves on one of the most solid teams in the group stage. In the first leg match played in Argentina, both clubs drew 0-0 in a very tight match. IDV coach Joaquín Papa plans to bet on an offensive scheme led by Junior Sornoza and young talent Justin Lerma. The match broadcast will be available through beIN SPORTS in the United States. The Rosario Central delegation also visited historic coach Edgardo Bauza in Quito, presenting him with a commemorative plaque and jerseys. The match will be played at 9:30 PM in Argentina, 7:30 PM in Ecuador, and 8:30 PM ET in the United States. Rosario Central seeks to maintain its unbeaten streak and secure the group leadership. Independiente del Valle, on the other hand, needs a win to surpass Rosario Central. The match promises to be very exciting and contested. The home advantage in the next round will be at stake. Rosario Central has the opportunity to demonstrate its solidity and maintain its position as leader. The Argentine team must be focused and ready to face the challenge of Independiente del Valle. The team's performance will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match.