A Rosario Central street vendor received a gesture of solidarity from Ángel Di María's family after suffering a violent robbery. Nicolás Marín, 35, lost over 50 jerseys, flags, and towels of the canalla club when two Newell's Old Boys fans assaulted him the Sunday before the Rosario derby, as reported by outlet Ole.
Marín has been selling Rosario Central merchandise at the corner of Rondeau and Olivé for six years. The robbery, which occurred while he was with his nine-year-old son, caused him to lose roughly 85% of his stock. "I'm 35 years old, I'm tired of this already," the vendor stated. His reaction was to protect the child with machetes, not the products. Police detained two suspects: a 27-year-old man and a 17-year-old teenager, both identified as Newell's supporters riding a black unregistered motorcycle. The older suspect was hospitalized, while the minor received minor medical treatment on site.
What did the vendor lose in the assault?
The robbery represented a devastating blow to Nicolás Marín's family finances. Beyond the merchandise, the vendor lost all his savings, money he had been gathering for six years to buy a vehicle and leave street vending. Marín planned to start a new job through a delivery app, a project now postponed. The incident occurred in a complex sporting context for Rosario Central, who sit seventh in the Argentine Professional League with 12 points, after 3 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses in 8 matches.
The team has a goal difference of +1, with 9 scored and 8 conceded. In the title race, the canallas are 4 points behind leaders Argentinos JRS. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Newell's Old Boys on September 6, 2026, a match that followed the assault. The team's recent form shows 0 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses in their last five outings (DLLDD).
How did Di María's family help?
The supportive response came from afar. Jorgelina Cardoso, wife of former Rosario Central player and current Argentine football star Ángel Di María, sent Marín an official club jersey signed by the footballer with the number 11. "They gave me Di María's signed jersey." expressed the vendor. This gesture created a moment of joy amid the difficult situation.
The emotional connection to the club is deep for Marín, who has dedicated years to representing the blue and gold colors on the streets. The robbery, however, reinforced his desire to change his professional path after more than half a decade in the same trade. The support received, although symbolic, highlights the bond that exists between football idols and the fan base that sustains club passion day by day.
What is Rosario Central's next match?
Rosario Central's team must now focus on the competition. Their next league challenge will be a visit to Tigre, scheduled for September 13, 2026. Tigre currently occupies sixth place in the table, just above the Rosario side, promising a tight duel for the upper positions. The canallas will look to end a streak of five matches without a win in the local competition.
Fans can follow the squad's evolution and lineups on our dedicated squad page. The match against Tigre represents a key opportunity for Rosario Central to add three valuable points before the gap with the leaders widens. The team will travel to Victoria with the urgent need to improve a performance that in recent dates has dropped points. Rosario Central faces Tigre on September 13 as the away side.
