Rosario Central is gearing up for an important clash against Estudiantes in the Round of 16 of the Copa Argentina. This match will take place on Sunday at 15:30 at the Mario Alberto Kempes stadium in Córdoba. This will be the first encounter between the two teams since the controversial 'backward hallway' that Estudiantes players performed in November 2025, in protest against the AFA following Rosario Central's crowning as champions of the Liga Profesional. At that time, Juan Sebastián Verón, president of Estudiantes, received a six-month ban for his involvement in the incident. This context adds an extra layer of rivalry to the match. Both teams have undergone significant changes in their squads and coaching staff for this season. Rosario Central, under the guidance of Jorge Almirón, is looking to solidify its playing style after Ariel Holan's departure. Despite some losses, the club has retained the core of its squad and brought in players like Jeremías Ledesma and Gastón Ávila. In the Apertura, Rosario Central reached the semifinals but was eliminated by River Plate. In the Copa Libertadores, they advanced to the Round of 16 and will face Corinthians. Meanwhile, Estudiantes has also had a challenging start to the season and exited the Apertura in the Round of 16. This match promises to be an exciting duel between two teams with history and rivalry in Argentine football.