

Martin Ledesma Crushes Cristobal Colon JAS 3–0 in Paraguayan Third Division
The Paraguayan Tercera División (PAR D3) witnessed a dominant performance on July 19, 2026, as Martin Ledesma routed Cristobal Colon JAS 3–0 on home soil. The result keeps Martin Ledesma in contention for promotion, while Cristobal Colon JAS faces an uphill battle to escape the bottom of the table.
From the opening minutes, Martin Ledesma asserted their superiority, pressing high and moving the ball with purpose. The first goal came in the 12th minute when a clever through ball split the defense, allowing striker Diego Gamarra to slot home. The home crowd at the Estadio Enrique Soler roared as their team took control.
Match Breakdown and Key Scorers
Martin Ledesma doubled their lead just before the half-hour mark. A corner kick was flicked on by a defender, and midfielder Javier Acuña arrived unmarked to volley into the net. The 2–0 scoreline was a fair reflection of the first half, with the visitors rarely threatening. In the second half, Cristobal Colon JAS attempted to rally but lacked the quality to break down a disciplined defense.
The final goal came in the 78th minute. A counter-attack saw substitute forward Aldo Samudio race clear and finish calmly past the goalkeeper to make it 3–0. The win was sealed, and Martin Ledesma cruised to a comfortable victory.
Tactical Highlights and Standout Performances
Martin Ledesma's manager employed a 4-3-3 formation that allowed wingers to stretch the play and create overloads. The midfield trio dominated possession, with Acuña earning man-of-the-match honors for his goal and tireless running. Cristobal Colon JAS, meanwhile, struggled with defensive transitions and lacked creativity in the final third.
The victory moves Martin Ledesma into 3rd place in the PAR D3 standings, with a game in hand. Cristobal Colon JAS remains in the bottom four, needing to improve quickly to avoid a relegation battle. For Martin Ledesma, this performance signals their ambitions to climb higher in the league.