Leones de Rosario Reserve Come from Behind to Beat Central Ballester Reserves

In a competitive Argentine Reserve League match on 13 May 2026, Leones de Rosario Reserve overturned an early deficit to defeat Central Ballester Reserves 2–1. The game, played at Central Ballester’s training ground, showcased resilience and tactical adaptation from the visitors.

First‑Half Drama

Central Ballester started aggressively and took the lead in the 6th minute when forward Lautaro Fernández headed home from a corner. Leones struggled to find rhythm initially, but grew into the half. They equalised in the 34th minute: a free‑kick was punched clear only as far as Lucas Martínez, who volleyed into the net from the edge of the box.

Second‑Half Turnaround

Leones de Rosario came out after the break with renewed energy. They took control of midfield and created several chances. The winner arrived in the 59th minute when striker Facundo Díaz latched onto a through‑ball and slotted past the advancing goalkeeper. Central Ballester pushed for an equaliser in the final stages but lacked precision in the final third.

Notable Performances

• Lucas Martínez (Leones): Scored the equaliser and dictated play from midfield.
• Facundo Díaz (Leones): His pace caused problems all night; he also hit the post in the 71st minute.
• Lautaro Fernández (Central Ballester): A constant threat early on but faded as the game wore on.

Table Context

The victory lifts Leones de Rosario Reserves into fifth place in the Argentine Reserve League standings. Central Ballester reserves remain in the lower half, but with plenty of games remaining, they can still climb. This result highlights the depth and competitiveness of Argentina’s reserve structure.