
Carlos Villanueva
Union La Calera/M/
Player Info
Carlos Villanueva is a creative attacking midfielder for Unión La Calera, bringing vision and technical flair to the Chilean Primera División. The 26-year-old, not to be confused with his more famous namesake, developed at Palestino before making a name for himself at Santiago Morning. His clever through balls and set-piece delivery made him a standout in Chile's second division, prompting Unión La Calera to secure his services. At La Calera, he has been tasked with being the primary creative hub, operating in the number ten role or from the left flank. A career highlight includes a stunning free-kick goal in a Copa Sudamericana match that garnered national attention. While team honors have been elusive, Villanueva has often been among the league's assist leaders during his peak seasons. He carries the nickname "El Mago" (The Magician) among fans for his ability to conjure chances from nothing. Carlos Villanueva's style is that of a classic playmaker, a player who thrives with the ball at his feet and is crucial for unlocking packed defenses.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/01/09
Signed
2023/01/02
Signed
2017/06/30
Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2026
Matches
Games Played
3
Games Started
2
Minutes Per Game
121
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
30
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
1
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
3
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
2
Be Fouled Per Game
2


