Carlos Rotondi, La Noria’s great redemption | OneFootball

From his first steps in the Newell's Old Boys academy, and after brief spells with San Luis de Quillota and Santiago Wanderers in Chile, Carlos Rotondi learned what it meant to touch glory when he lifted the Copa Sudamericana with Defensa y Justicia in 2021.

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After arriving in Liga MX, the Argentine wing-back had to carry the heavy burden of criticism following costly mistakes in knockout matches that kept La Máquina from advancing to the final stages.

Far from falling apart, Rotondi turned adversity into fuel. His perseverance paid off as he led the sky-blue resurgence with two continental and domestic trophies: the Concacaf Champions Cup in 2025 and the unforgettable Clausura 2026 title.

The triumph in the final played at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario was a masterclass in football and redemption. 

On that historic night, Rotondi sparked madness by scoring the winning goal in the 95th minute. His numbers were near perfect: he was the player with the most shots on target (3), did not record a single giveaway, and committed no fouls throughout the match. 

Carlos Rotondi’s story is the exact embodiment of the PUMA spirit and a complete example of perseverance. In a football world that forgets quickly and crucifies at the first mistake, the Argentine proved that “new hopes” are not empty promises, but the result of quiet work.

Cruz Azul are defending the title, and Rotondi wants to keep shining and showing the quality that comes from his feet. 

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