Match Summary
Sarmiento Junin defeated Rosario Central 4:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by G. Infantino 7′, J. Toledo 70′, L. López 79′, L. Melano 83′, L. López 88′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sarmiento Junin had 51% possession while Rosario Central held 49%. Sarmiento Junin had 28 shots (13 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for Rosario Central. Sarmiento Junin made 5 substitutions, Rosario Central made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sarmiento Junin and Rosario Central — 5 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Rodríguez
assist: S. Quiroga
assist: M. García
assist: L. Melano
Match Statistics
Sarmiento Junin had 51% possession against Rosario Central's 49%. Sarmiento Junin registered 28 shots (13 on target) while Rosario Central managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 13–5. Fouls committed: 13–8.
Lineups
Sarmiento Junin lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under I. Damonte, while Rosario Central deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Russo.
Defensive Solidity
Sarmiento Junin deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rosario Central's 4-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
Sarmiento Junin field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Rosario Central's 5 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
Sarmiento Junin start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 Sarmiento Junin's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: S. Quiroga (31), oldest: S. Quiroga (31)), 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.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sarmiento Junin have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Rosario Central show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sarmiento Junin and Rosario Central have met 2 times — Sarmiento Junin 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 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026