A pig's head, gunshots, and threats. A fan tried to prevent Di María from returning

Rosario, the birthplace of football stars like Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria, is divided between fans of Rosario Central and Newell’s Old Boys. In 2024, rumors of Di Maria's return to Rosario Central sparked excitement but turned into a nightmare when Sergio Di Vanni, a fan of Newell’s, orchestrated threats to deter him. Di Vanni was found guilty of intimidation, including shooting near Di Maria's property and leaving a severed pig's head at his sister's agency. A co-conspirator, Belen Gutierrez, received a three-and-a-half-year sentence. Despite initial fears for his family's safety, Di Maria signed with Rosario Central in 2025, leading them to an Argentine championship. Di Vanni received a harsh seven-and-a-half-year sentence for his actions, marking a significant legal precedent in Argentine football.