Sebastián Villa: “They help me become a better player and person” | OneFootball

Sebastián Villa highlighted the personal significance of Independiente Rivadavia’s triumph as champions of the Copa Argentina. “More than a revenge, it’s about being a resilient man because of the things I’ve gone through in life,” he stated.

The Colombian, who scored the decisive goal in the final penalty against Argentinos, recalled his departure from Boca and emphasized that “there were very difficult moments.” He also added: “Very few believed in me. My agent, my wife, my family, and the club, which opened its doors to me. This title is for them.”

Regarding the leading role he has taken on at Independiente Rivadavia, where he is not only a key figure on and off the field but also wears the captain’s armband, the forward was full of praise for his teammates. “They help me become a better player and person,” he said.

The 29-year-old footballer also expressed hope about returning to the Colombian National Team—he played four friendly matches between 2018 and 2019—and said that “it’s the coach’s decision.” He added: “It’s what I want most; I speak on the field and I hope to be called up.”

Villa and his controversial departure from Boca

In June 2023, he was found guilty of gender-based violence and at the end of that year he went to Bulgaria to play for Beroe Stara. He had been given a suspended prison sentence of two years and one month for “coercive threats, in real concurrence, with aggravated minor injuries” against his ex-partner Daniela Cortés.

The Boca management removed him from the squad and sparked a legal dispute between both parties that even reached FIFA. In November, he obtained his free agent status and moved to Europe, where he played 11 matches (scoring five goals), before returning to the country in mid-2024 to join Independiente Rivadavia.

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