Key Takeaways:
- Rosario Central were named 2025 Argentine champions following a new rule introduced on Thursday
- The club, featuring Ángel Di María, accumulated 66 points in the combined Apertura and Clausura standings, finishing four clear of Boca Juniors
- Platense, Apertura winners in June, will compete against the Clausura title-holder, to be settled via playoffs starting on Saturday
Major Change Alters Argentine Football Landscape
Rosario Central have been declared champions of Argentina for 2025 as a result of a landmark rule modification decided on Thursday during a special meeting of the national South American football association. This marks a significant departure from earlier regulations, under which only Copa Libertadores qualification was awarded to the team amassing the most points across both the Apertura and Clausura tournaments.
⚠️Es la PRIMERA VEZ en la HISTORIA DE @AFA (desde 1893) que otorga un TÍTULO sin que los clubes supieran que está en juego.
❌ Ninguno de los 30 clubes de la 1ª División estaban al tanto que el 1° de la Anual (ROSARIO CENTRAL) ganaba el título de Liga 2025.
ℹ️@rhdelfutbol pic.twitter.com/CHD2TwvGjU
— Deportes 24 – Argentina (@deportes24ar) November 20, 2025
Season Outcome and Points Standings
Rosario Central, with celebrated former Argentina international Ángel Di María among their ranks, concluded the regular season tallying 66 points from the combined Apertura and Clausura competitions. This points total placed them four ahead of their closest challengers, Boca Juniors.
| Team | Total Points |
|---|---|
| Rosario Central | 66 |
| Boca Juniors | 62 |
Upcoming Fixtures and Titles
Despite the rule adjustment, Platense, who secured the Apertura in June, continue their campaign and will meet the eventual Clausura champions. The Clausura title is to be determined by playoffs commencing on Saturday.
Player Reaction and Club Record
“Rosario fans surely must be very happy,” remarked 2022 World Cup gold medal winner Di María.
This latest triumph increases Rosario Central’s trophy haul, adding to their seven domestic cups and single CONMEBOL trophy.
