Newell's is facing a challenging period without a win in their last seven matches, leading to the debut of their new coach, Frank Kudelka. Despite efforts to revitalize the team, including the hiring of Kudelka and key players, recent performances and injuries have left the club in a precarious position. The president, Ignacio Boero, and sporting director, Roberto Sensini, hope the changes will reverse the team's fortunes, but past struggles continue to loom over the club. As they prepare to host rivals Rosario Central, Newell's will be keen to break their streak of poor results, especially with the emotional return of Di María to the stadium where he started his career nearly two decades ago. The historical rivalry and current urgencies elevate the importance of this matchup, making it a crucial encounter for both teams.