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Colo Colo secures 35th Chilean league title

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In October 2026, Aníbal Mosa, president of Colo Colo, and César Villegas, leader of Deportes Limache and San Luis de Quillota, formed an alliance of approximately 10 clubs. This group intended to vote as a block in the upcoming ANFP elections on November 19 to promote transparency. The election features candidates Jorge Uauy and Jorge Yunge, while Pablo Milad remains head of the Chilean Football Federation until February 2027. On November 7, 2026, Colo Colo officially clinched its 35th Primera División championship following a 2-1 victory against Ñublense at the Estadio Nelson Oyarzún in Chillán. Arturo Vidal opened the scoring for Colo Colo with a volley in the 14th minute, though he appeared to suffer an ankle injury during the play. Ñublense equalized through Lucas Molina in the 29th minute. A late goal by Marcos Bolados in the 92nd minute, following a cross that deflected off Javier Correa, secured the win, allowing the club to clinch the title with three matchdays remaining. The victory brings Colo Colo to 61 points, establishing an insurmountable 10-point lead over second-place Universidad de Chile. The championship marks the first title for Argentine manager Fernando Ortiz and 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha. Vozinha, a Cape Verdean international and standout performer in the 2026 World Cup, played a critical role in the victory, notably making a late save in ~~stoppage time~~ the 97th minute to prevent an equalizer. Following the match, FIFA President Gianni Infantino publicly congratulated the club and Vozinha. ~~Beyond the domestic championship, the~~ The title guarantees Colo Colo direct qualification for the 2027 Copa Libertadores group stage. Following the victory, the club held a massive celebration at the Estadio Monumental in Macul to commemorate the achievement with its supporters.

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