CA Velez Sarsfield vs CA Rosario Central, Superliga Argentina 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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CA Velez Sarsfield vs CA Rosario Central — Superliga Argentina .
- CA Velez Sarsfield 27 games · 51 pts (2026/26)
- CA Rosario Central 27 games · 32 pts (2026/26)
Match Details
- Referee Lucas Germanotta
- Referee Hernan Mastrangelo
- Referee Manuel Sanchez
- Referee Julio Barraza
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA Velez Sarsfield | 27 | 51 |
| 2 | CA Talleres | 27 | 48 |
| 3 | Racing Club | 27 | 46 |
| 4 | CA Huracan | 27 | 46 |
| 5 | CA River Plate | 27 | 43 |
| 6 | CA Boca Juniors | 27 | 42 |
| 7 | CA Independiente | 27 | 40 |
| 8 | CA Tucuman | 27 | 40 |
| 9 | CA Union | 27 | 40 |
| 10 | CA Platense | 27 | 39 |
| 11 | CS Independiente Rivadavia | 27 | 38 |
| 12 | Estudiantes de La Plata | 27 | 36 |
| 13 | Instituto AC Córdoba | 27 | 36 |
| 14 | CA Lanus | 27 | 36 |
| 15 | CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 27 | 35 |
| 16 | CA Belgrano | 27 | 35 |
| 17 | CD Riestra | 27 | 35 |
| 18 | CA Tigre | 27 | 34 |
| 19 | Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata | 27 | 32 |
| 20 | CA Rosario Central | 27 | 32 |
| 21 | CSyD Defensa y Justicia | 27 | 32 |
| 22 | CA Central Cordoba | 27 | 31 |
| 23 | AA Argentinos Juniors | 27 | 30 |
| 24 | CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 27 | 29 |
| 25 | CA Newell's Old Boys | 27 | 28 |
| 26 | CA Sarmiento de Junin | 27 | 26 |
| 27 | CA Banfield | 27 | 24 |
| 28 | CA Barracas Central | 27 | 23 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Dec | CA Rosario Central | H | 2–0 | W |
| 25 Nov | CA Union | A | 2–0 | W |
| 13 Nov | CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | H | 0–0 | D |
| 05 Nov | CSyD Defensa y Justicia | A | 2–3 | L |
| 28 Oct | CA Belgrano | H | 1–0 | W |
| 19 Oct | Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Dec | CA Velez Sarsfield | A | 0–2 | L |
| 28 Nov | CA San Martin de San Juan | H | 1–0 | W |
| 24 Nov | Estudiantes de La Plata | H | 2–1 | W |
| 10 Nov | CA Tucuman | A | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Nov | CA Colon | H | 1–1 | D |
| 28 Oct | CA Patronato | A | 1–2 | L |
Season Stats
| CA Velez Sarsfield | CA Rosario Central | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #20 |
| 51 | Points | 32 |
| 27 | Played | 27 |
| 14 / 9 / 4 | W / D / L | 8 / 8 / 11 |
| 38 | Scored | 27 |
| 16 | Conceded | 30 |
| +22 | GD | -3 |
| 1.89 | PPG | 1.19 |
| 52% | Win % | 30% |
Key Stats
0%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (5 games)
H2H (5 games)
20%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
41%
Clean Sheets
CA Velez Sarsfield this season
CA Velez Sarsfield this season
22%
Clean Sheets
CA Rosario Central this season
CA Rosario Central this season
CA Velez Sarsfield are 1st (51 pts). CA Rosario Central are 20th (32 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
CA Velez Sarsfield
0-15
4/1
16-30
–/1
31-45
1/1
46-60
1/1
61-75
–/1
76+
–/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
CA Rosario Central
0-15
2/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
4/4
46-60
1/1
61-75
2/–
76+
3/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
CA Velez Sarsfield
| Florian Monzon | 6 G | |
| Matias Pellegrini | 3 G | 2 A |
| Manuel Lanzini | 3 G |
CA Rosario Central
| Angel di Maria | 5 G | 3 A |
| Enzo Copetti | 5 G | |
| Alejo Veliz | 4 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for CA Velez Sarsfield to score. At the same time, CA Rosario Central does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 2' The referee calls foul for Elias Gomez. He receives a Yellow card.
- 7' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Jose Luis Fernandez suffering a number of foals already.
- 12' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both CA Velez Sarsfield and CA Rosario Central are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 17' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His CA Velez Sarsfield side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 22' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 22 minutes.
- 27' It looks like no one’s ball. CA Velez Sarsfield is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 32' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 34' CA Rosario Central player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 39' Jhonathan Ramis, a Uruguay , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 44' The 29-year-old Brian Cufre has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 45' A moment of madness from Brian Cufre on 45 minutes earns him a Yellow card. CA Velez Sarsfield will be frustrated.
- 50' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 55' Over 55 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 60' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Gaston Gimenez made 162 appearances and scored 2 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 61' Thiago Almada gets the nod from CA Velez Sarsfield. He replaces Jhonathan Ramis and will look to change the dynamic.
- 63' That is a Yellow card for CA Rosario Central. German Herrera will be fuming at that decision.
- 67' The CA Rosario Central bench stirs into life. Diego Becker is withdrawn and Jose Luis Fernandez gets his opportunity.
- 69' What a strike from Lucas Robertone! The score is 1-0.
- 74' CA Velez Sarsfield currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 75' A tactical swap from CA Rosario Central — Agustin Maziero on, Maximiliano Lovera off on 75 minutes.
- 80' Marcelo Ortiz needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Yellow cards this season.
- 81' Thiago Almada adds to his 0 season tally! CA Velez Sarsfield lead 2-0 — and this changes everything.
- 82' Joaquin Pereyra is replacing David Ojeda for the CA Rosario Central side.
- 85' The CA Velez Sarsfield manager makes a substitution. Lucas Robertone departs to be replaced by Rodrigo Salinas.
- 87' Brian Cufre makes way for Fabian Cubero at the 87 minute mark. A tactical switch from CA Velez Sarsfield.
- 90' Marcelo Ortiz picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from CA Velez Sarsfield to claim maximum points.
Lineups
CA Velez Sarsfield Lineups
Starting XI
- 26
- 29
- 11
- 3
- 6
- 16
- 28
- 24
- 10
- 30
- 12
Bench
- 27
- 22
- 4
- 5
- 9
- 23
- 31
Coach
Gabriel Heinze
CA Rosario Central Lineups
Starting XI
- 14
- 30
- 33
- 6
- 3
- 21
- 18
-
25
David Ojeda ↓ Joaquin Pereyra 82'
- 22
- 17
- 34
Bench
- 1
-
11
Jose Luis Fernandez ↑ 67'
-
7
Joaquin Pereyra ↑ 82'
- 36
-
23
Agustin Maziero ↑ 75'
- 16
- 32
Coach
Edgardo Bauza
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Emiliano Vecchio | 1 |
| Agustin Sandez | 1 |
| Ignacio Malcorra | 1 |
| Kevin Ortiz | 1 |
| Lucas Robertone | 1 |
| Thiago Almada | 1 |
| Leandro Fernandez | 1 |
Head to Head
CA Velez Sarsfield Form
2018-12-03
CA Velez Sarsfield
2–0
CA Rosario Central
W
2018-11-25
CA Union
0–2
CA Velez Sarsfield
W
2018-11-13
CA Velez Sarsfield
0–0
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro
D
2018-11-05
CSyD Defensa y Justicia
3–2
CA Velez Sarsfield
L
2018-10-28
CA Velez Sarsfield
1–0
CA Belgrano
W
2018-10-19
CA Velez Sarsfield
1–0
Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata
W
CA Rosario Central Form
2018-12-03
CA Velez Sarsfield
2–0
CA Rosario Central
L
2018-11-28
CA Rosario Central
1–0
CA San Martin de San Juan
W
2018-11-24
CA Rosario Central
2–1
Estudiantes de La Plata
W
2018-11-10
CA Tucuman
2–1
CA Rosario Central
L
2018-11-04
CA Rosario Central
1–1
CA Colon
D
2018-10-28
CA Patronato
2–1
CA Rosario Central
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.78
CA Velez Sarsfield xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.36
CA Rosario Central xG
I would bet for:
Under — clean sheet likely 74% + CA Velez Sarsfield to win 67%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: CA Velez Sarsfield win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.14
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 86% |
|
14% |
| ± 1.5 | 63% |
|
37% |
| ± 2.5 | 36% |
|
64% |
| ± 3.5 | 18% |
|
82% |
| ± 4.5 | 7% |
|
93% |
Double Chance
CA Velez Sarsfield or Draw
90%
Draw or CA Rosario Central
33%
CA Velez Sarsfield or CA Rosario Central
78%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
20.4%
2 – 0
Actual
0 – 0
13.6%
3 – 0
10.5%
1 – 1
7.9%
2 – 1
6.6%
4 – 0
4.7%
3 – 1
4.1%
0 – 1
3.4%
4 – 1
1.9%
5 – 0
1.7%
1 – 2
1.3%
Asian Handicap — CA Velez Sarsfield
| Handicap | CA Velez Sarsfield covers | Push | CA Rosario Central covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 21% | — | 79% |
| -2 | 21% | 23% | 57% |
| -1.5 | 43% | — | 57% |
| -1 | 43% | 28% | 29% |
| -0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +0.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
| +1 | 94% | 5% | 1% |
| +1.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
| +2 | 99% | 1% | 0% |
| +2.5 | 100% | — | 0% |
Clean Sheet
CA Velez Sarsfield keeps clean sheet
70%
✓
CA Rosario Central keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

