“Winning is difficult to win again is even more”

This is how Jorge Bava celebrated the title of Santa Fe.

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Jorge Bava touched the glory in his first semester as an Independent Santa Fe coach. The Uruguayan coach, who arrived in the midst of doubts and ups and downs, ended up lifting the champion trophy with a team that knew how to grow under pressure.

After the 2-1 victory against Independiente Medellín in the Betplay 2025-I League finalBava dedicated the entire cardinal environment: “To thank all the people, all of Santa Fe, the staff, the pay, to the Pay (Pablo Peirano) that formed this squad, it was a fundamental part, to Pacho (López) and all of his people, Rufai, to the medical staff, to the teacher Kevin, John, who gave them available. us”.

The coach also recognized the transformation of the relationship between the team and the fans during the semester: “The team caused people to trust again. I think they never stopped trusting. Yes, it is obviously a large club, that people demand, and it is logical, but I think this is an incentive, it is a mantle to face what is coming.”

On the secret behind the title, Bava was clear: “The conviction of them. How they were given, how they applied and what they played. When they had to play, it was played, they spared no effort, but above all the day to day.”

For him, the invisible effort was the key to success: “Because it is very cute, we come to the court on the day of the game, we want to win, we want to run, we want to put, we want to play, but it is sustained with work day to day. Now it comes hard. Winning is difficult to win again, it is even more.”

Finally, Bava took a moment to talk from the intimate and send a message to those who have accompanied him outside the court: “A big hug, who have banked me, my wife, my children, throughout my career. And well, I think they deserve it.” With serenity, gratitude and humility, the coach celebrated his first title in Colombia.

This was the Palmarés of the Colombian League

With this new consecration, Santa Fe is positioned in the fourth place of the historical ranking, only behind Atlético Nacional (18 titles), Millionaires (16) and América de Cali (15).

It is also the Bogota team with more titles in the last decade, adding four since 2012 and demonstrating remarkable validity despite the institutional ups and downs it has faced. The tenth star arrives nine years after the one obtained in 2016-II, and marks the return of the club to the top of Colombian football.

The campaign also represents an individual milestone for Hugo Rodallega, who was key in the title and consolidated the top scorer of the tournament. His performance in the final, playing injured and scoring the decisive goal, elevates it to the status of cardinal idol. It also highlights the work of Jorge Bava, who in just three months in command managed to return to Santa Fe the prominence and competitive spirit that has historically characterized him.

With this triumph, Santa Fe not only enlarges its history, but again projects internationally, ensuring its participation in the next Copa Libertadores.