Di María Opens Up About Retirement Following Libertadores Elimination
Rosario Central‘s defeat against Corinthians, which sealed the club’s elimination from the 2026 Libertadores Round of 16, has cast a shadow over Ángel Di María‘s future.
At 38 years old, the Argentine star has left open the possibility of hanging up his boots at the end of the season, admitting the need for deep reflection on the next steps of his career.
Future Uncertain After Setback
The number 11, who returned to his boyhood club in May 2025 after nearly two decades playing in Europe, expressed the difficulty of the current moment.
The player stated:
It’s a difficult moment because my dream was different, my desires were different. But this is football. Now is the time to think and see what I want to continue doing.
He appeared visibly shaken by the club’s exit from the premier South American competition.
Di María‘s career is marked by significant achievements, including the 2022 World Cup with Argentina and successful stints at European giants such as Benfica, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Juventus.
His return to Rosario Central was filled with emotion, with the player even shedding tears during his presentation press conference, reaffirming his strong bond with the club that developed him.
The potential retirement of such an iconic figure opens a chapter of uncertainty not only for Rosario Central but for South American football.
The player’s final decision will be awaited with great anticipation in the coming weeks, with the press and fans eager for news about the star’s fate.
By M360 Team
