Villarreal CF kicks off its 2026/2027 preseason with Iñigo Pérez in charge. The team finished last season 3rd in La Liga with 72 pts, 22W-6D-10L, and a goal difference of +26.
What's happening with the players?
Villarreal CF has several players returning from loan, such as Carlos Romero, Thiago Fernández, and Ilias Akhomach.
The team also has several internationals who will join later, like Tani Oluwaseyi, Tajon Buchanan, Pape Gueye, Nicolas Pepe, and Logan Costa.
What's Iñigo Pérez's plan?
Iñigo Pérez will start working with around 16 first-team players, plus youngsters and players whose futures are still to be decided.
The first part of the preseason will be more about evaluation than forming a starting eleven.
What about friendlies?
Villarreal CF will play several friendlies, such as Benfica-Villarreal on July 17, PSV-Villarreal on July 25, and Galatasaray-Villarreal on August 8.
The team will also participate in the Como Cup, where they will face AIUla SC and Como 1907.
Villarreal CF is ready to start its preseason, with Iñigo Pérez in charge and a squad looking to improve their performance in the next season. With a 22-point gap to leader Barcelona, the team aims to close the gap and fight for the title
