Rosario Central now knows the date and venue for the Supercopa Internacional final. The Canalla will face Estudiantes de La Plata on Saturday, September 26 at 17:00 at the Estadio Único Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero, as confirmed by the Liga Profesional and reported by onefootball.com.
The match will be played during the September FIFA window, allowing both teams to have their full squads available. The choice of the stadium in Santiago del Estero provides a neutral ground for the title decider. Rosario Central reached this stage as the leader of the annual table from last season, while Estudiantes qualified after winning the Trofeo de Campeones.
How did Rosario Central reach the final?
Miguel Ángel Russo's team earned their place in this final through consistency over the previous year. By finishing as the best team in the annual standings, Canalla secured the right to contest this trophy. This achievement contrasts with the team's irregular present in the 2026 Liga Profesional.
Rosario Central currently sits seventh in the table with 11 points, from 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. Their goal difference is +1, with 8 scored and 7 conceded. The team is 5 points behind the leaders, Argentinos Juniors, in a season that has seen ups and downs.
What does this match mean for the club?
This final represents a new opportunity for Rosario Central to add a star to its history. It is an official title the club does not yet possess and would add to its trophy cabinet. For the players and coaching staff, it's a chance to redeem a domestic campaign that has had mixed results.
The team's recent form shows a sequence of 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the last five matches. They are also coming off two consecutive defeats, including a 1-2 loss to Gimnasia La Plata on August 29. You can check the details of these results on our stats page.
Where will the final be played?
The stage will be the Estadio Único Madre de Ciudades, a modern venue with a capacity of over 28,000. SantaFeDeportivo.com.ar specified: "El encuentro se disputará el sábado 26 de septiembre, desde las 17, en el Estadio Único Madre de Ciudades de Santiago del Estero".
For Estudiantes, this stadium is not unfamiliar territory, as Pincha has a good record at the ground. For Central, however, it will be a new experience at a venue seeking to establish itself as a host for major finals in Argentine football. The neutral venue aims to balance conditions for both finalists.
What is the team's current context?
Beyond the excitement for the final, Rosario Central's immediate focus is on the Liga Profesional. The team needs to regain consistency to climb the standings table. The next commitment is a high-voltage Rosario derby: they will host Newell's Old Boys at the Gigante de Arroyito on September 6.
That match will be an important gauge ahead of the Supercopa Internacional final. The squad will have to manage a tight schedule that mixes the urgency of the local tournament with preparation for a title. The composition of the squad will be key to facing both fronts without excessive physical toll.
The official confirmation of the date allows the board and coaching staff to plan precisely for the days leading up to the match. The trip to Santiago del Estero, logistics, and the training camp now have a defined timeframe. Rosario Central faces Newell's on September 6 in their next official match.
