Iñigo Pérez urges caution and freedom before Villarreal v Levante after Málaga lift | OneFootball

After Thursday's win in Málaga, Iñigo Pérez said Villarreal must carry that release into La Cerámica against Levante, calling for better home reliability and a level head.

According to El Periódico Mediterráneo, he felt victory eased the pressure of their start, reinforced self-belief and collective ideas, and left them better prepared for the next game.

He welcomed a return home despite recent setbacks and wants to give supporters a win, saying frustration after the last league outing should drive a response on the pitch.

Santi Comesaña will be out for several weeks. The issue is not extremely serious but he will not face Levante, and the international break should limit the matches he misses.

Juan Foyth’s inclusion will only be considered if it involves no risk, with any decision tied to his progress.

He praised Ilias Akhomach and Alberto Moleiro for playing with freedom and ignoring pressure, qualities he said the team needs now after their impact in Málaga.

Pérez added that fear has no place on the pitch and wants brave players who keep their personality. He also curbed any euphoria, noting missed chances in Málaga and the need to keep improving.

Levante may be fresher, yet he said that brings no guaranteed advantage. He recalled a testing pre-season friendly and their ability to press high or wait, and noted that winning makes players more open to analysis and correction.

Source: El Periódico Mediterráneo

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