CF Vimenor delivered a ruthless attacking performance to win 4-1 away at Velarde in the Spanish Tercera División RFEF on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The visitors scored early, controlled the tempo, and never allowed Velarde to settle in a one-sided regional contest.

Match overview

Vimenor set the tone inside the opening ten minutes, pressing high and forcing Velarde into rushed clearances. Their early goal gave them confidence, and they doubled the lead before the half-hour mark with a well-worked move. Velarde improved briefly after the break but conceded again just after half-time, effectively ending their hopes of a comeback.

The visitors added a fourth goal in the second half before Velarde managed a late consolation. By then, Vimenor were comfortably in control and managed the final stages with the game already won.

Key moments

• 8th minute – Velarde 0-1: Iván Rivas opened the scoring with a sharp near-post finish after a low cross.
• 23rd minute – Velarde 0-2: Mario Lavín headed home from a corner, taking advantage of passive defending.
• 51st minute – Velarde 0-3: Sergio Pereda finished a quick counterattack with a composed strike.
• 70th minute – Velarde 0-4: Iván Rivas scored his second of the match, rounding the goalkeeper and rolling the ball into an empty net.
• 82nd minute – Velarde 1-4: Álvaro Gutiérrez pulled one back for Velarde with a late consolation from outside the box.

Tactical story

Vimenor’s high press was the defining feature of the match. They won the ball back quickly in wide areas and attacked with numbers, often overloading Velarde’s full-backs. Their set-piece delivery was also dangerous, as shown by Lavín’s headed goal.

Velarde struggled to build from the back. Their midfield was frequently bypassed, and the defence dropped too deep when Vimenor attacked. The late consolation was well taken, but it was little more than a bright moment on a difficult evening.

Standout players

Iván Rivas was outstanding with two goals and constant movement across the front line. Mario Lavín dominated the aerial battle and scored a crucial second goal, while Sergio Pereda’s energy in midfield helped Vimenor sustain pressure throughout. For Velarde, Álvaro Gutiérrez deserved credit for his persistence and his well-struck late goal.

Season impact

The three points lift CF Vimenor in the early Tercera División RFEF standings and strengthen their confidence after a convincing away display. For Velarde, the defeat highlights the need for defensive improvements, especially when facing teams that press aggressively. The next few fixtures will be important if they are to avoid slipping into a relegation battle.

Final score: Velarde 1-4 CF Vimenor.