Hardworking midfielder with the ability to play defensively or offensively in the midfield. Started his professional career with Club Deportivo Español of in 1999. From 2001 to 2006 he played in ’s First Division with many clubs such as Club Atletico Nacional, Sporting San Miguelito, and Deportivo Arabe Unido where he played the UNCAF Tournament in Guatemala 2005. Avila has also played in with Club Deportivo Independiente, Deportivo Pereira, Deportivo Cali, and America de Cali. He has represented as an U-20, U-23, and the Senior National Team where he played in qualifying games for the 2006 World Cup. He was also a member of the team that earned the