Sebastián Villa: Acquitted by Justice, rejected by Boca and targeted by Brazilians

Colombian forward Sebastián Villa, 28, has once again become a protagonist in Argentine football—this time on the field. He was the standout player in Independiente Rivadavia’s historic triumph, winning the Copa Argentina for the first time and securing an unprecedented spot in the Copa Libertadores final on Wednesday. In the final in Córdoba, the modest club from Mendoza drew 2-2 with Argentinos Juniors, and Villa shone by providing an assist and converting the decisive penalty in the 5-3 shootout victory. The title marked not only the team’s rise but also a personal turnaround for the player, who had been trying to rebuild his career after turbulent years.