CD Atlético Paso produced a dominant 3-0 victory over Real Ávila CF in the Spanish Segunda División RFEF, turning a bright start into a convincing three-point haul. Aitor Martín scored twice, and substitute Javier Cabrera added a late third as the home side combined ruthless finishing with a disciplined defensive performance.

Paso seize the initiative

Atlético Paso set the tone from the opening whistle, pressing Real Ávila high and forcing mistakes in the visitors’ build-up. The breakthrough came in the 16th minute when Martín found space between the centre-backs and guided a low finish into the bottom corner. It was a goal that rewarded Paso’s early aggression and gave them the confidence to dictate the rhythm of the match.

Real Ávila responded with a spell of possession but struggled to turn territory into clear chances. Paso’s midfield screened the defence effectively, limiting space in central areas and forcing the visitors to cross from wide positions. When those deliveries arrived, the home back line dealt with them comfortably.

Martín doubles the advantage

The second goal arrived nine minutes after half-time, and it effectively broke Real Ávila’s resistance. Martín was again the central figure, arriving late in the box to convert a cut-back from the right. His movement had been a problem all evening, and the finish was precise enough to leave the goalkeeper with little chance.

From there, Paso managed the game intelligently. They did not abandon their attacking intent, but they also protected their lead by keeping the ball in midfield and slowing the tempo when necessary. Real Ávila tried to push higher, but the spaces they left behind only made Paso more dangerous on the break.

Cabrera rounds off the win

With the match entering its final phase, Cabrera came off the bench and made an immediate impact. The substitute latched onto a through ball in the 82nd minute and finished calmly past the advancing goalkeeper to make it 3-0. It was a goal that underlined Paso’s depth and their ability to maintain intensity even after making changes.

• 16th minute: Aitor Martín opens the scoring with a low finish.
• 54th minute: Martín doubles the lead from a right-sided cut-back.
• 82nd minute: Javier Cabrera seals the victory as a substitute.

Defensive solidity and midfield control

While the goals will grab the headlines, Paso’s clean sheet was built on organisation. The centre-back pairing stayed compact, the full-backs balanced their attacking duties with defensive discipline, and the midfield worked tirelessly to close down second balls. Real Ávila never truly found a rhythm, and their best efforts came from distance rather than from clear openings inside the box.

Paso’s performance also highlighted the value of efficient possession. They were not wasteful in the final third, and each goal came from a moment of well-executed movement rather than a hopeful delivery. That blend of patience and penetration made them difficult to contain throughout the contest.

Standout performers and table impact

Martín was the clear standout, with his two goals and constant movement causing problems for the Real Ávila defence. Cabrera’s late contribution showed the importance of squad depth, while the midfield unit deserved credit for controlling the tempo and protecting the back four. For Real Ávila, it was a difficult evening, but there were brief signs of resilience before Paso’s second goal shifted the game decisively.

The 3-0 win gives Atlético Paso a significant boost in the Segunda División RFEF and strengthens their position heading into the next round of fixtures. Real Ávila, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly and find greater cutting edge in attack if they are to turn narrow defeats into positive results.