Analysis The numbers behind the result
Newells snatch draw despite Rosario dominance
The result flattered Newells Old Boys as Rosario Central deserved more than a point, dominating key metrics. Rosario's 54% possession translated into 12 total shots, double Newells' 5, with 6 inside the box to Newells' 2. They also created 10 corners to Newells' 2, indicating sustained pressure. Gastón Ávila's opener in first-half stoppage time, assisted by Enzo Copetti, was a deserved reward for their control.
However, Rosario couldn't convert territorial advantage into clinical finishing, with just 2 shots on target despite 12 attempts. Newells, despite being second-best, showed resilience, and Matías Cóccaro's 90+3' equalizer, assisted by Juan Ignacio Ramírez, snatched a point against the run of play. Both teams had 2 shots on target, but Rosario's inability to turn dominance into goals proved costly.
The decisive stat was Rosario's wasted corner count (10) — failing to capitalize on set-pieces in a tight game allowed Newells to steal a share of the spoils.