Antoniano and Sevilla Atlético share six-goal thriller in Lebrija

CA Antoniano and Sevilla Atlético played out a compelling 3-3 draw in the Spanish Segunda División RFEF on 18 October 2026, with the visitors rescuing a point late in a match that swung repeatedly from end to end. The result at the Estadio Municipal de Lebrija gave both sides a share of the spoils after 90 minutes of attacking football, defensive lapses and no little drama.

Antoniano had looked on course for an important home victory when they turned a 2-1 deficit into a 3-2 lead early in the second half, but Sevilla Atlético’s persistence paid off with an equaliser in the closing stages. The draw keeps both teams in the tightly packed middle section of the Segunda División RFEF table, where every point matters in the race for promotion play-off positions and survival.

Match overview

The game began at a high tempo, with Sevilla Atlético looking to use their youthful energy and quick transitions to unsettle the hosts. The reserve side took the lead in the 12th minute when Álvaro García latched onto a loose ball on the edge of the box and drilled a low shot beyond the Antoniano goalkeeper.

Antoniano responded well. Their pressing game forced Sevilla into several rushed clearances, and the equaliser arrived in the 23rd minute through Diego García, who converted from close range after a well-worked corner routine. The visitors regained the advantage seven minutes before half-time when Iker Villar finished a sweeping counter-attack, giving Sevilla Atlético a 2-1 lead at the interval.

Key moments

• 12’ – Sevilla Atlético opener: Álvaro García punished Antoniano for failing to clear their lines.
• 23’ – Antoniano equaliser: Diego García bundled home from a corner to make it 1-1.
• 38’ – Sevilla Atlético retake the lead: Iker Villar finished a fast break with a composed finish.
• 54’ – Antoniano level again: Javi Rodríguez struck from the edge of the area after a patient build-up.
• 67’ – Antoniano go ahead: Manuel Bello headed in a cross to make it 3-2.
• 89’ – Sevilla Atlético equaliser: Pablo Ortiz found space in the box and slotted home to cap a dramatic finish.

Tactical story

Antoniano’s approach was built on intensity. They pressed high, won second balls in midfield and looked particularly dangerous from set pieces. The home side’s three goals came from different sources — a corner, a sustained passing move and a cross — which underlined their variety in the final third. However, their willingness to commit numbers forward left gaps behind the defence, and Sevilla Atlético repeatedly exploited those spaces on the counter.

Sevilla Atlético were compact in central areas and looked to release their wide players quickly. Their best moments came when they bypassed Antoniano’s first line of pressure with one or two direct passes. The late equaliser was a reward for their refusal to settle for a narrow defeat, although the coaching staff will be frustrated that a lead was surrendered twice.

Standout players

Manuel Bello was a constant threat for Antoniano, combining physical presence with intelligent movement in the box. His second-half header briefly looked like the winning goal. Javi Rodríguez also impressed with his energy in midfield and his willingness to shoot from distance. For Sevilla Atlético, Pablo Ortiz made the decisive contribution off the bench, while Iker Villar’s pace caused problems throughout.

Season impact

The draw adds another point to both teams’ Segunda División RFEF campaigns. For Antoniano, the performance confirmed their ability to compete against one of the stronger reserve sides in the division, though the manner in which they conceded late will be a concern. Sevilla Atlético, meanwhile, showed character but remain eager to convert promising attacking spells into clean sheets. With the table still finely balanced, both sides will view this as a match that could have been won — and one that may look important when the final standings are decided.