Di María Secures Rosario Derby Victory with Stunning Free-Kick

Ángel Di María, the 37-year-old football star, scored a stunning free-kick in the 82nd minute to secure a 1-0 victory for Rosario Central over their rivals Newell’s Old Boys in the Argentine league derby. This goal marked his first-ever win in the Rosario derby and extended Rosario Central’s dominant streak against Newell’s to five consecutive wins, their longest in club history. Di María, who began his career at Rosario Central before a European career, returned to his boyhood club despite having faced death threats that had previously forced him to reconsider the move. He dedicated the victory to his family, emphasizing the personal struggles and pressures he endured, highlighting how much the return and this moment meant to him. Rosario Central now sits third in their group, maintaining an unbeaten record with two wins and four draws, while Newell’s is further down in the standings. The victory also fuels Di María’s dream of becoming a champion with Rosario Central, adding a deeply emotional chapter to his storied career.