Rosario Central beat River 2-0 at the Monumental, sparking a wave of criticism toward Kevin Castaño for praising Jaminton Campaz on social media. The win keeps the club at the top of the Liga Profesional with 31 points, 1 point ahead of Lanús.
What happened in the match?
The Rosario side secured two goals, extending River's fifth consecutive loss in domestic tournaments, a streak not seen since 1911. After the final whistle, Campaz posted “+3” with two emojis, celebrating the three points earned in Núñez. Castaño, who had been sidelined from the squad at the end of June, responded with “Animal” and a heart, a gesture that ignited River fans' fury.
Why did Castaño's reaction cause controversy?
River is in a deep crisis: players dismissed, chants against the board, and calls for the return of Ramón Díaz. In this context, the “like” and comment from Castaño were seen as a lack of loyalty. Moreover, the Colombian midfielder remains out of training while a possible loan to Brazil's Atlético Mineiro is being discussed, though no final agreement exists.
What does this mean for Castaño's future?
The Colombian midfielder has not yet decided his future after playing in the World Cup with Colombia. He posted a training video from his home country and has not returned to Buenos Aires. His situation mirrors the growing distance with River, where he was placed in the marginalised group that trained at Cantilo on July 24.
What’s next for Rosario Central?
With the victory, Rosario Central stays at the top of the table (final 2025: 1st, 31 pts, 8 W‑7 D‑1 L). The club has scored 18 goals and conceded only 8, a +10 goal difference. Their last result was a 2‑1 win over Gimnasia L.P. on February 25 2026. The next fixture is at home against Gimnasia L.P. on August 29, where they will aim to cement their leadership.
