This Sunday, Newell’s and Rosario Central will face off in the latest edition of the Rosario classic, a significant match in Argentine football as part of the 2026 Apertura Tournament. The match is scheduled for 5 PM at the Marcelo Bielsa Stadium, with Yael Falcón Pérez officiating and ESPN Premium providing the live broadcast. This clash carries extra weight, as it pits the local Newell's, currently at the bottom of the Group A standings, against a Rosario Central side that had a stellar performance in 2025.

Newell's is in dire straits, having recently lost 0-2 to Estudiantes de La Plata and managing only two points from a possible 21 in their recent matches. In response to this poor form, the club's management has dismissed their coaching duo of Favio Orsi and Sergio Gómez, hiring Frank Darío Kudelka as their new manager in hopes of reversing their fortunes. The pressure is mounting for the home team, which battles not just rival Rosario Central but also the threat of relegation looming over their season.

Contrastingly, Rosario Central enters this match with high spirits, having been the top-performing team in the previous year’s competition. Given the current state of both teams, this match is highly anticipated not only for its traditional rivalry but also for its implications on the relegation battle for Newell's and the potential for Rosario Central to continue their winning momentum. Fans on both sides are expected to bring the rivalry alive at the stadium, making this encounter a must-watch event of the weekend.