OFFICIAL: Ángel Di María Returns to Rosario Central After Historic Career
Ángel Di María returns to Rosario Central – World Cup champion Ángel Di María has officially signed with Rosario Central, marking an emotional return to his boyhood club in Argentina as a free agent. After nearly two decades lighting up the football world in Europe, the 37-year-old winger comes full circle.
“Our history together has more pages to write. Welcome home,” the club announced in a heartfelt video posted on social media platform X.
Nicknamed El Fideo, Di María began his professional journey with Rosario Central in 2005. After impressing early on, he moved to Benfica in 2007, sparking an illustrious European career.
Over the years, he graced the pitch for some of the world’s top clubs, including:
- Real Madrid
- Manchester United
- Paris Saint-Germain
- Juventus
- Benfica (rejoined in 2023)
Throughout his European tenure, Di María amassed 30 club titles, including Champions League and league triumphs. On the international stage, he played a vital role in Argentina’s golden era, winning:
- 2 Copa América titles
- 2022 FIFA World Cup
- 2008 Olympic Gold Medal
In 2024, Di María announced his retirement from international football, closing a glorious chapter with La Albiceleste. Now, he prepares to write a new one—back where it all started.
Ángel Di María returns to Rosario Central – Before officially joining the squad, Di María will first complete his commitment with Benfica at the FIFA Club World Cup next month in the United States, where they’ll compete in Group C against Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors, and Auckland City.
Fans of Rosario Central are already buzzing. The return of one of Argentina’s most beloved football sons is more than a transfer—it’s a legacy reborn.
Ángel Di María returns to Rosario Central
