Historic 37th Career Trophy
Argentina’s Angel Di Maria has officially secured the 37th trophy of his professional career, as the Argentine FA confirmed Rosario Central as the 2025 league champions. For the 37-year-old winger, this title feels almost “heaven sent.” Among all Argentine players, only Lionel Messi—with 46 trophies—has lifted more silverware.
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League Format Change Brings New Outcome
Traditionally, Argentina’s league is decided via spring and autumn phases with playoffs. But the federation announced a major reform: the team with the highest annual total points wins the league.
Rosario Central topped both spring and autumn B-zones and collected 66 points from 32 matches, finishing first overall. Under the new rules, that alone secures the league championship.
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Emotional Return and Sudden Glory
Di Maria returned to the AFA headquarters to lift the champion’s trophy—a fitting emotional moment for the star who began his journey at Rosario Central.
Since returning from Benfica last June, the veteran remains sharp: 7 goals and 3 assists in 15 spring league matches.
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A Trophy Room for the Ages
Di Maria’s 37 trophies include:
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1 World Cup
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2 Copa América titles
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1 Champions League
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1 La Liga
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5 Ligue 1 titles
And more across club and country. This return marks his first title with his boyhood club—a poetic full-circle moment.
Future Plans Beyond Playing
His contract with Rosario Central runs until June 2026 with an optional extra year. When asked about retirement plans, Di Maria revealed he and teammate Leandro Paredes plan to move into coaching:
“We’re taking coaching courses. My team will play 4-3-3, always attacking until the final second. Our dream is to coach Rosario Central or Boca Juniors someday.”
Global Trophy Leaders
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Lionel Messi – 46
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Dani Alves – 43
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Marquinhos – 40
Andrés Iniesta – 40
Hossam Hassan – 40 -
David Alaba – 39
Hossam Ashour – 39 -
Karim Benzema – 38
Gerard Piqué – 38 -
Ángel Di María – 37
Maxwell – 37
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