Rosario Central Holds Off Olimpia Venado Tuerto in Argentina Liga B Clash

In a tightly contested Argentina Liga B matchup, Rosario Central secured a hard-fought 66–58 victory over Olimpia Venado Tuerto on May 28, 2026. The home side used a stingy second-half defense to overcome a feisty visiting team and claim two crucial points in the league standings.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams displayed intensity, but Rosario Central’s balanced attack gradually took control. The first quarter ended with the hosts holding a narrow 18–16 lead. Olimpia Venado Tuerto responded in the second period, matching baskets and cutting the deficit to just two points at halftime (34–32). However, Central tightened its defense after the break, allowing only 26 points in the second half while pushing the lead to double digits.

Key Moments

• Third‑quarter surge: Rosario Central opened the third quarter on a 12–4 run, forcing Olimpia Venado Tuerto into several turnovers. This burst gave the home team its largest lead of the night at 46–36.
• Late rally denied: With five minutes remaining, Olimpia cut the margin to 60–56, but Rosario Central’s veteran guard converted a crucial three‑point play and the defense forced two consecutive misses to seal the victory.

Standout Performers

Rosario Central’s frontcourt dominated the glass, with their power forward recording a double‑double of 14 points and 12 rebounds. The point guard added 10 assists and 8 points, orchestrating the offense efficiently. Olimpia Venado Tuerto relied on their shooting guard, who finished with a game‑high 22 points, but lacked consistent support from the rest of the roster.

Table Impact

The win improves Rosario Central’s record to 10–7 in Argentina Liga B, keeping them in playoff contention. Olimpia Venado Tuerto drops to 6–11 and will need to regroup quickly to avoid falling further behind in the standings. Both teams are set to return to action later this week in their next league fixtures.