Match Summary
Velez Sarsfield and Rosario Central drew 0:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Velez Sarsfield had 47% possession while Rosario Central held 53%. Velez Sarsfield had 13 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Rosario Central. Velez Sarsfield made 4 substitutions, Rosario Central made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Velez Sarsfield and Rosario Central — 0 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Velez Sarsfield had 47% possession against Rosario Central's 53%. Velez Sarsfield registered 13 shots (2 on target) while Rosario Central managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 7–10.
Lineups
Velez Sarsfield lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Gareca, while Rosario Central deployed a 3-4-2-1 under M. Russo.
Defensive Solidity
Velez Sarsfield deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rosario Central's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Velez Sarsfield field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Rosario Central's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Velez Sarsfield start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Rosario Central averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Velez Sarsfield's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: T. Guidara (29), oldest: T. Guidara (29)), while Rosario Central average 35.0 (youngest: D. Martínez (35), oldest: D. Martínez (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Velez Sarsfield have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Rosario Central show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Velez Sarsfield and Rosario Central have met 2 times — Velez Sarsfield won 0, Rosario Central won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Rosario Central leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026