Papelito Fernández

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Sebastián Fernández has carved out a unique legacy as one of the most consistent strikers in South American football history. His achievement of reaching 126 league goals while still active at age 41 sets him apart as a model of longevity. Holding the all-time scoring record for Liverpool de Montevideo cements his status as a club icon. His contribution to Banfield's rise from the second division to the top tier of Argentine football remains a defining chapter in the club's history. These accomplishments demonstrate a rare combination of endurance, technical skill, and mental fortitude that few players in the region can match.

AwardsWhile Fernández has not won individual international awards like the Golden Ball, his domestic accolades are significant. He won the Uruguayan Primera División title with Liverpool de Montevideo in 2011. He is recognized as one of the top scorers in the history of the Uruguayan Primera División, with over 120 goals. He holds the record for the most goals scored for Liverpool de Montevideo in competitive matches. Additionally, he was instrumental in Banfield's historic promotion to the Argentine Primera División in 2007.

Rankings & Lists

#Top 10

Top 10 Uruguayan Forwards of the 21st Century

ESPN Uruguay·2025

#Top 5

All-Time Top Scorers Uruguayan Primera División

AUF Historical Records·2026

Records & Feats

Liverpool de Montevideo All-Time Leading Scorer

Club Record·2021

Holds the record for the most goals scored for the club in competitive matches.

First Uruguayan Hat-Trick in La Liga Since 1990s

Historic First·2009

Became the first Uruguayan player to score a hat-trick in La Liga since the 1990s while playing for Málaga CF.

Oldest Active Scorer in Uruguayan Primera División

Longevity·2026

Continued to score goals regularly at age 40 and 41, defying typical retirement ages for professional footballers.