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The Sun
2 days ago
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- The 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 4 4 4 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. 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. 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. 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 Sun
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Colombia star Andres Felipe Roman, 29, collapses on pitch then returns to feet by himself
COLOMBIAN star Andres Felipe Roman terrifyingly collapsed during a top flight match last night. The full-back, 29, was in action for Atletico Nacional against Santa Fe. 2 2 Just 12 minutes into the contest, Roman collapsed by the touchline with no one around him. Deeply concerned staff members frantically waved for medical attention as the footballer lay unconscious. An ambulance was subsequently driven along the touchline. Thankfully, Roman returned to consciousness and was able to gingerly walk over to the ambulance. The former Treble-winner was replaced by team-mate Joan Sebastian Castro Dinas and later underwent a electrocardiogram. An encouraging club statement went on to confirm: "Roman's electrocardiogram came out clear. He is back on the bench." Roman then wrote on his Instagram story: "Guys, I'm fine… thanks everyone for the messages." Atletico Nacional won the match 2-1, courtesy of two goals by former Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos. Ex-Premier League favourite Hugo Rodallega netted for the home side, with the former Wigan and Fulham star still going at 39. With Roman among their ranks, Atletico Nacional sealed a domestic Treble in February. Hugo Rodallega is still scoring goals playing for Independiente Santa Fe Roman has played for Atletico Nacional since transferring from Bogota side Millonarios three years ago. He had nearly signed for Argentina giants Boca Juniors in 2021, only for the move to fall through after his medical. Roman had been suspected of suffering with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, although further tests did not find evidence of the dangerous condition among his family.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨 Atlético Nacional and Santa Fe reveal starting line-ups
The 'Green' and the 'Lion' face off at the Anastasio Girardot Stadium for the third matchday of Group B in the Semifinal Quadrangulars of the Liga Betplay DIMAYOR 2025-I. Atlético Nacional and Independiente Santa Fe open the Sunday schedule in Colombian football with a high-caliber match to be played at the Anastasio Girardot Stadium in Medellín, where both teams seek a victory to reach the top of Group B. Advertisement The 'King of Cups' has drawn goalless against Millonarios in Bogotá in their second match of the Quadrangulars and also tied with Once Caldas in their debut, so they urgently need to secure their first win. The starting eleven of Atlético Nacional Javier Gandolfi fields the best players available to him in search of a victory that would allow them to climb to the top of the group. Santa Fe, on the other hand, had a challenging start, losing 0-1 to Millonarios at home, but they bounced back by defeating Once Caldas 1-2 in Manizales with goals from Hugo Rodallega and Victor Moreno. If they win, they will become the new leader until Millonarios play. Santa Fe's starting lineup Jorge Bava is not holding back in this crucial match for their aspirations in the FPC. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
