Boca Juniors scores late winner, stuns Rosario Central fans

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Boca Juniors scores late winner, stuns Rosario Central fans
Summary

In a dramatic conclusion to the Liga Profesional, Boca Juniors secured a 1-0 victory over Defensa y Justicia in the 96th minute, shocking Rosario Central supporters who believed they had won the Argentine league title. As the match finished, fans in Rosario celebrated prematurely, unaware of the late goal. The atmosphere shifted as disbelief set in when the news of Boca Juniors' last-minute goal spread. The unexpected outcome left Central supporters dejected, as their joy turned to disappointment when they learned the truth.

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  • •Boca Juniors scored in the 96th minute to win 1-0.
  • •Rosario Central fans prematurely celebrated a league title.
  • •VAR confirmed Boca's late goal, prompting swift mood changes.
  • •Celebrations in Rosario halted as news broke of the goal.
  • •The Liga Profesional concluded dramatically on the final day.
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This one's brutal.It's the scene going around the world this morning: a huge mix-up and a crushing letdown in Argentine football.It all happened on the final day of the Liga Profesional. As the final ...

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