The Argentine Football Association (AFA) officially announced the match schedule for the 14th round of the Torneo Cup. The tournament will feature a single round-robin format for all teams, with the top four teams advancing to the knockout stage and the bottom two teams being relegated. The participating teams include Atlético Tucumán, Banfield, Newell's Old Boys, Sarmiento, Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata, Talleres de Córdoba, and Godoy Cruz.
The match schedule highlights several key matchups. For instance, Rosario Central, who recently secured a victory over Sarmiento de Junín, will guarantee their participation in the 2026 Libertadores Cup with a draw. Meanwhile, San Martín de San Juan and Aldosivi are fighting to avoid relegation to the Primera Nacional, while the other teams are focusing on active pretenders to secure a spot in the continental tournaments.
The schedule features two key matches on Matchday 3: the classic Derbi between Independiente and Atlético Tucumán, and the River Plate vs. Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata derby. Other notable games include Instituto de Córdoba vs. Rosario Central (Matchday 31), which could have a significant impact on the league standings.
The AFA confirmed that the dates and times of the matches were coordinated with the logistical and sporting requirements. It is important to note that for certain matches, such as Central Córdoba (SdE) vs. Racing (Matchday 3), the schedule will be adjusted to provide additional rest days for the players, which allows for more travel time for the teams.
The final data shows that the break is necessary for the international match windows and the upcoming matches. For example, clubs like Talleres de Córdoba and Defensa y Justicia will try to secure a position in the table, so as not to lose the momentum gained in the previous rounds.
