Sebastián Valencia leads Ñublense to victory

Sebastián Valencia led Ñublense to a crucial victory in the Liga de Primera Mercado Libre 2026, helping the team re-enter the race for the top positions in the league.

Valencia, a defender, scored two goals during the match, including a powerful strike into the corner of the net. His performance earned him the “jugador experto” (expert player) distinction for the game. Following the win, Valencia expressed his shock at his own performance, noting that he felt as though he were dreaming.

The victory serves as a vital recovery for the Chillán-based club after a recent loss to Audax Italiano that had hindered their standing. The team aims to maintain consistency to secure an international qualification spot.