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Scottish Sun
30-06-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Ex-Prem star, 39, breaks down in tears after getting injured… but stays on to score title winner
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HUGO RODALLEGA is a man who knows all about the big moments having graced the Premier League. But on Sunday in a heart-stopping finale in the Colombian championship, the veteran striker added yet another unforgettable chapter to his storied career. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Rodallega scored 24 goals for Wingan between 2009-2012 Credit: Mark Robinson - The Sun 4 Rodallega was also at Fulham between between 2012-2015 4 He rolled back the years with a determined finish to earn his side victory Credit: WIN 4 At some point it didn't look like he could continue Credit: WIN Independiente Santa Fe triumphed 2-1 over Medellin at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium. Securing their tenth league title in what will go down as a historic achievement for the Bogota-based side. Rodallega was the hero but not without a fight. Just moments into the match, the former Wigan and Fulham forward was clearly in trouble, clutching his leg in pain after suffering a muscle pinch. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS STRIPPIER Blonde who partied with Trippier before he announced wife split is OnlyFans model The pain was enough to reduce him to tears and it looked as though his day was done before it had even begun. But in a true display of determination, Rodallega battled on, refusing to leave the field despite his obvious discomfort. As the game wore on, Santa Fe and Medellin were locked at 1-1 and with time running out, it seemed like a penalty shootout might be the only way to decide the outcome. But just when it seemed like the game was slipping away, Edwar Lopez produced a moment of magic on the left wing, slicing through the Medellin defence with an electrifying run before delivering a perfect cross into the box. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK With just seconds remaining, Rodallega—summoning the last reserves of his strength, launched himself at the ball, striking it with power and precision. His right-footed shot sailed past the goalkeeper and into the back of the net, sparking wild celebrations from the Santa Fe players and fans. SunSports' Tom Barclay speaks on Tottenham's current poor form which has led the club to the cup of a relegation battle Rodallega's goal was more than just a title-winner, it was the crowning achievement of his season. With 16 goals to his name he claimed the top scorer award for the 2025-I Colombian league, solidifying his status as the standout player of the campaign.
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Ex-Prem star, 39, breaks down in tears after getting injured… but stays on to score title winner
HUGO RODALLEGA is a man who knows all about the big moments having graced the Premier League. But on Sunday in a heart-stopping finale in the Colombian championship, the veteran striker added yet another unforgettable chapter to his storied career. 4 Rodallega scored 24 goals for Wingan between 2009-2012 Credit: Mark Robinson - The Sun 4 Rodallega was also at Fulham between between 2012-2015 4 He rolled back the years with a determined finish to earn his side victory Credit: WIN 4 At some point it didn't look like he could continue Credit: WIN Independiente Santa Fe triumphed 2-1 over Medellin at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium. Securing their tenth league title in what will go down as a historic achievement for the Bogota-based side. Rodallega was the hero but not without a fight. Just moments into the match, the former Wigan and READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS The pain was enough to reduce him to tears and it looked as though his day was done before it had even begun. But in a true display of determination, Rodallega battled on, refusing to leave the field despite his obvious discomfort. As the game wore on, Santa Fe and Medellin were locked at 1-1 and with time running out, it seemed like a penalty shootout might be the only way to decide the outcome. But just when it seemed like the game was slipping away, Edwar Lopez produced a moment of magic on the left wing, slicing through the Medellin defence with an electrifying run before delivering a perfect cross into the box. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK With just seconds remaining, Rodallega—summoning the last reserves of his strength, launched himself at the ball, striking it with power and precision. His right-footed shot sailed past the goalkeeper and into the back of the net, sparking wild celebrations from the Santa Fe players and fans. SunSports' Tom Barclay speaks on Tottenham's current poor form which has led the club to the cup of a relegation battle Rodallega's goal was more than just a title-winner, it was the crowning achievement of his season. With 16 goals to his name he claimed the top scorer award for the 2025-I Colombian league, solidifying his status as the standout player of the campaign.
