Overview

• Ángel Di María decided the derby with an 82nd‑minute free‑kick from distance at the Gigante de Arroyito to secure a 1–0 win over Newell’s.
• It was his first goal against the rival and his first victory in the Rosario clásico since coming back to the club.
• The result moved Rosario Central to 10 points from six Torneo Clausura matches and halted a run of three consecutive draws.
• Newell’s finished with 10 players after defender Luciano Lollo was sent off late in the second half.
• Coach Ariel Holan praised Di María’s effort, while the forward said his remaining ambition is to become champion with Central.