Central defends title

Liga Profesional finalizes standings

The Liga Profesional held a press conference to determine the annual standings between Boca, Rosario Central, and Argentinos Juniors.

Players express confidence

Boca's Leandro Paredes and Argentinos' Nicolás Oroz praised their team's readiness for the title challenge.

Central's video call participation

Rosario Central's Ignacio Ovando joined the press conference via video call from Rosario.

Coaches discuss challenges

Boca's coach Rodolfo Arruabarrena warned about the difficulty of playing at home against a strong opponent.

Central's manager speaks

Rosario Central's manager Jorge Almirón confirmed Angel Di María's injury but promised a festive atmosphere in Rosario.

AFA president comments

Claudio Tapia, the AFA president, stated the competition is fair and they are happy living this final after defending Central's title by desk last season.

“Tener cinco o seis equipos con posibilidades demuestra la competitividad de nuestro fútbol. El equipo que más se lo merezca podrá coronarse. Creo que es un título muy justo, merecido. Quizás el año pasado algunos se lo discutían un poquito, pero las cosas a veces cambian y estamos felices de vivir esta final”

Club presidents react

Boca's president Cristian Malaspina defended the national competition format, while Boca's president Juan Román Riquelme expressed hope for a win.

Final moments

All present took a group photo with the trophy to await its lifting.