Rosario Central has suspended all activities for its 2013 youth category following an anonymous complaint alleging abuse, violence and harassment among minors in the club’s juvenile divisions. The move comes after the club activated its internal protection protocol in response to the allegations, which were presented to authorities including the Santa Fe Child Defender’s Office and emergency line 112.
The complaint, filed anonymously, details incidents involving players aged between 12 and 13 years old. According to the allegations reported by local media, the misconduct included physical aggression in locker rooms where a minor was allegedly restrained by teammates, forcibly undressed, beaten, and exposed to others. Additional claims involve inappropriate touching of other children and the use of images taken without consent in changing rooms to intimidate victims through messaging platforms.
Reports also indicate repeated harassment via WhatsApp, with threatening messages directed particularly at the victim of the physical aggression. Further allegations describe similar patterns of exposure and mistreatment during team trips to matches, where conduct involving forced nudity and psychological pressure reportedly occurred among teammates.
The club confirmed it had initiated its official protocol for such cases, which includes suspending activities whereas investigations proceed and cooperating with child protection agencies. Rosario Central emphasized in its statement that the safety and wellbeing of its young athletes remain the top priority, and that all necessary measures are being taken to address the situation appropriately.
This development has drawn attention to the responsibilities of sports institutions in safeguarding minors, particularly within youth academies where close-knit team environments can sometimes obscure signs of abuse. The case underscores the importance of transparent reporting mechanisms and swift institutional action when allegations arise, especially those involving peer-to-peer misconduct among adolescent athletes.
As of now, no further details about potential sanctions, ongoing investigations, or timelines for resuming activities have been released by the club or oversight bodies. Rosario Central has not publicly identified any individuals involved in the allegations, citing privacy protections and the ongoing nature of the inquiry.
The club advises families and members of the community to remain attentive to official communications through its verified channels for updates on the situation. Support resources remain available for any affected individuals through local child protection services.
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