Di Maria Inspires Rosario Central Comeback in 2-2 Talleres Thriller

Talleres Cordoba and Rosario Central played out a pulsating 2-2 draw in the Argentine Clausura Round 6, with Ángel Di María’s brace completing a remarkable comeback for the visitors after Talleres raced into an early two-goal lead.

Talleres Cordoba Dominate Early Stages

The home side came flying out of the blocks and were rewarded in the 21st minute when Agustín Álvarez coolly converted a penalty after Rosario Central’s defence crumbled under early pressure. The hosts doubled their lead on the stroke of half-time through Valentin Depietri, who finished clinically from Timoteo Chamorro’s precise assist.

Rosario Central Fight Back Through Di Maria

Rosario Central emerged from the break with renewed purpose. Di María reduced the deficit from the penalty spot in the 55th minute after Enzo Copetti was fouled in the box. The veteran winger then completed the comeback eight minutes later, latching onto Franco Ibarra’s pass to slot home from close range and send the travelling supporters into raptures.

A Fierce Battle in Argentine Clausura

The match became increasingly fractious as both sides battled for supremacy, with the referee brandishing eight yellow cards in total. Despite Rosario Central’s dominance in possession (65%) and shots (25 total, 11 on target), they couldn’t find a winner against Jorge Sampaoli’s resilient Talleres side, who defended heroically in the closing stages.

What This Result Means

This hard-fought draw leaves both teams in mid-table as the Clausura reaches its early stages. For Talleres, it’s a case of mixed emotions after letting a two-goal lead slip, while Rosario Central will take heart from their fighting spirit. Next up, Talleres face a tricky away trip to Huracán, while Rosario Central host Racing Club in what promises to be another entertaining encounter.

Key Moments

21′ ⚽ Talleres Cordoba — A. Alvarez

47′ ⚽ Talleres Cordoba — V. Depietri (assist: T. Chamorro)

55′ ⚽ Rosario Central — A. Di Maria

63′ ⚽ Rosario Central — A. Di Maria (assist: F. Ibarra)