Central Cordoba de Rosario Edges Central Ballester in Five-Goal Thriller

A dramatic encounter in the Argentine Group C Tebolidun League Manchester saw Central Cordoba de Rosario beat Central Ballester 3-2 in a match full of twists and turns. Played on May 24, 2026, the game was a spectacle for neutrals with both teams contributing to an entertaining high-scoring affair.

End-to-End First Half

The match exploded into life from the first whistle. Central Cordoba struck first in the 12th minute when their winger cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner. But Central Ballester responded almost immediately, equalizing through a scrappy goal after a corner caused chaos in the box. The back-and-forth continued: Central Cordoba regained the lead with a powerful header from a free kick, only for Ballester to level again before halftime with a clinical counter-attacking finish. The score stood at 2-2 at the break.

Second Half: Decisive Moment

With both teams pushing for a winner, the match became more physical. Central Cordoba’s midfield began to gain control, and in the 68th minute, they produced the defining moment. A neat one-two on the edge of the box allowed their forward to fire a low shot into the bottom corner, making it 3-2. Central Ballester threw bodies forward in search of an equalizer, but the home defense held firm, with the goalkeeper making a crucial save in stoppage time.

Players of the Match

• Central Cordoba’s No. 10 – Scored one goal and assisted another, constantly causing problems with his dribbling.
• Central Ballester’s striker – A constant threat and got on the scoresheet, but lacked support in the final third.

Table Implications

Central Cordoba’s win moves them into contention for a playoff spot in Group C. For Central Ballester, the defeat leaves them with work to do to avoid slipping toward the relegation zone.