CD Castellón Begins 2026/27 Preseason with Squad Changes and Promotion Ambitions
CD Castellón kicked off its 2026/27 preseason training at La Coma Sports City, aiming for promotion to La Liga after losing in the playoff semifinal. Coach Pablo Hernández leads a revamped squad with six new signings, including midfielders Jari Vlak, Álvaro Martín, and Fran Castillo, and wingers Iñigo Córdoba and Hamza Bellari. Key departures include Álex Calatrava and Brian Cipenga. The preseason includes friendlies against CE Sabadell, Girona, and others.
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Pablo Hernández Pleased with Castellón's Progress Despite Preseason Draw
CD Castellón coach Pablo Hernández expressed satisfaction with his team's performance after a 3-3 preseason draw against Girona FC. He highlighted the group's progress in early training, noting that the team is grasping concepts and new players are integrating well. However, he regretted two unforced errors that led to Girona's second-half goals, calling them avoidable but part of the learning process. Hernández also praised the preseason camp at Royalverd facilities for building team spirit. He acknowledged the short and atypical preseason due to the promotion playoff, but remains happy with the work. Castellón will start the league season on August 13 against Real Sociedad's B team, with a next preseason match against Deportivo Alavés scheduled.
Castellón Faces Girona in Third Preseason Friendly with Potential Debuts
CD Castellón, managed by Pablo Hernández, will play their third preseason friendly against Girona on Wednesday at 6:30 PM at Girona's training ground. The match is closed-door but will be broadcast live on Esport3. Castellón has won its first two friendlies, beating Sabadell 2-0 and Valencia 1-2. New signings Fran Castillo, David Nzanza, and Antonio Gala may make their debuts; Gala had been sidelined with minor discomfort but is now available. Italian midfielder Antonio Gala expressed happiness at joining Castellón, praised the team's welcoming atmosphere, and stated he is adapting to different training methods while aiming to reach peak fitness. The next friendly is scheduled for Friday against Deportivo Alavés, also behind closed doors and streamed on Alavés' YouTube channel.
Castellón's Preseason Friendlies Against Girona and Alavés: Where to Watch
CD Castellón is conducting its preseason training camp in Olot, Spain, with two friendly matches against La Liga sides Girona FC and Deportivo Alavés. The first match against Girona will take place on Wednesday at 6:30 PM at Girona's sports complex, broadcast live on Esport3. The second match against Alavés is scheduled for Friday at 10:30 AM at the Royalverd Training Center, streamed on Alavés' official YouTube channel. Both matches are closed to the public. The team, coached by Pablo Hernández, aims to build fitness and integrate new signings ahead of the 2026/27 season. The squad includes goalkeepers Saipi, Matthys, Sergi Torner, and Biarge, along with outfield players such as Juanjo Nieto, Douglas, and Iñigo Córdoba. The camp runs from July 27 to August 1.
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Where to Watch Castellón's Preseason Friendlies Against Girona and Alavés
CD Castellón is conducting its preseason training camp in Olot, Spain, with two friendly matches against La Liga sides Girona FC and Deportivo Alavés. The first match against Girona will take place on Wednesday at 6:30 PM at Girona's sports complex, broadcast live on Esport3. The second match against Alavés is scheduled for Friday at 10:30 AM at the Royalverd Training Center, streamed on Alavés' official YouTube channel. Both matches are closed to the public. The team, managed by Pablo Hernández, aims to build fitness and integrate new signings after a 1-2 victory over Valencia CF. The squad includes goalkeepers Saipi, Matthys, Sergi Torner, and Biarge, along with 30 other players. The camp runs from July 27 to August 1, concluding the final preparation phase for the 2026/27 season.
CD Castellón Begins Preseason Training Camp in Olot with Three Key New Additions
CD Castellón started its preseason training camp on July 27 at the Royalverd Training Center in Olot, lasting until August 1. The squad includes 30 players, with three notable new additions: Antonio Gala, who trained with the team for the first time; Australian international Awer Mabil, returning after World Cup participation; and midfielder Fran Castillo, who is recovering from injury and may debut this week. The team has won its first two friendlies (2-0 vs Sabadell, 1-2 vs Valencia). Two more friendlies are scheduled: July 29 against Girona FC and July 31 against Deportivo Alavés. Coach Pablo Hernández aims to continue building the squad for the 2026/2027 season.
CD Castellón to Play First Preseason Friendly Against CE Sabadell on July 18
CD Castellón will play its first preseason friendly of the 2026/2027 season on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM against CE Sabadell. The match will be held behind closed doors at the La Coma sports complex in Borriol, marking the first time the first team plays at the new facility. No television broadcast or live stream is planned; coverage will be via official club channels. The friendly is the first test for new head coach Pablo Hernández, who now has a full preseason to build the team. New signings including goalkeeper Amir Saipi, midfielders Jari Vlak, Fran Castillo, and Álvaro Martín, and attackers Hamza Bellari and Íñigo Córdoba are expected to debut. The result is secondary as the focus is on distributing minutes, evaluating fitness, and implementing tactical ideas. Sabadell is a newly promoted side that will face Castellón again in the league on August 23.
CD Castellón Begins Preseason with First Friendly Against Sabadell
CD Castellón will play its first preseason friendly of the 2026/2027 season on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM against CE Sabadell. The match will be held behind closed doors at the La Coma sports complex in Borriol, marking the first time the first team plays at the new facility. No television broadcast or live stream is planned; coverage will be via club social media. The friendly is the first test for coach Pablo Hernández, who now has a full preseason to build the team. New signings including goalkeeper Amir Saipi, midfielders Jari Vlak, Fran Castillo, and Álvaro Martín, and attackers Hamza Bellari and Íñigo Córdoba are expected to debut. The result is secondary as the focus is on distributing minutes, evaluating fitness, and implementing tactical ideas. Sabadell, a newly promoted side, will face Castellón again in the league on August 23.
CD Castellón Begins Preseason with Friendly Against CE Sabadell
CD Castellón will play its first preseason friendly of the 2026/2027 season on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM against CE Sabadell. The match will be held behind closed doors at the La Coma sports complex in Borriol, marking the first use of the new facility by the first team. No television broadcast or live stream is planned; coverage will be via official club channels. The friendly is the first test for coach Pablo Hernández, who now has a full preseason to build the team after taking over mid-last season. Key new signings including goalkeeper Amir Saipi, midfielders Jari Vlak, Fran Castillo, Álvaro Martín, and attackers Hamza Bellari and Íñigo Córdoba are expected to debut. The result is secondary as the focus is on distributing minutes, evaluating fitness, and implementing tactical ideas. Sabadell, recently promoted to LaLiga Hypermotion, will also face Castellón in the league on August 23.
Castellón Begins Preseason with Six Signings and Two Departures Imminent
CD Castellón has started its 2026/27 preseason with the first training session on July 13, 2026, at Ciudad Deportiva de la Coma, aiming for promotion to La Liga after falling short last June. Coach Pablo Hernández begins his second season with a largely defined squad, though key operations remain. Goalkeeper Amir Abedzadeh and midfielder Albert Lottin are close to leaving. Defensive changes are minimal, with Juanjo Nieto arriving and Salva Ruiz departing. Midfield sees a revolution with the arrivals of Jari Vlak, Álvaro Martín, and Fran Castillo, while departures include Beñat Gerenabarrena and Ronaldo Pompeu. Offensively, the club must replace Álex Calatrava and Brian Cipenga, bringing in Iñigo Córdoba and Hamza Bellari. Several reserve team players are also in preseason contention. The first friendly is scheduled against CE Sabadell on Saturday.
Castellón Begins Preseason with Six Signings and Two Departures Imminent
CD Castellón has started its 2026/27 preseason with the first training session on July 13, 2026, at Ciudad Deportiva de la Coma. The team, aiming for promotion to La Liga after falling short last June, is led by coach Pablo Hernández in his second season. The club has made six signings: defenders Juanjo Nieto and José Albert Andrés; midfielders Jari Vlak, Álvaro Martín, and Fran Castillo; and winger Iñigo Córdoba, along with Hamza Bellari. Two departures are imminent: goalkeeper Amir Abedzadeh and midfielder Albert Lottin. Other departures include Salva Ruiz, Ismael Fadel, Beñat Gerenabarrena, Ronaldo Pompeu, Álex Calatrava (to Espanyol), and Brian Cipenga (to Almería). The first preseason friendly is scheduled against CE Sabadell on Saturday.
CD Castellón Begins Preseason Training with Squad Changes and Renewed Ambition
CD Castellón kicked off their preseason training at La Coma Sports City, just over a month after losing to Almería in the promotion playoff semifinal. The squad, led by renewed coach Pablo Hernández, aims to return to contention for promotion. Key developments include the promotion of goalkeeper Sergi Torner to the first team, the purchase of defender Agustín Sienra, and the departures of captain Salva Ruiz and loanee Beñat Gerenabarrena. In midfield, new signings Jari Vlak, Álvaro Martín, and Fran Castillo join, while the club faces the challenge of replacing offensive output from Álex Calatrava and Brian Cipenga. Wingers Iñigo Córdoba and Hamza Bellari have been added, with World Cup player Awer Mabil expected later. Three reserve team players are also called up. The preseason includes friendlies against CE Sabadell, Valencia, Girona, Deportivo Alavés, Hércules, and Levante. The coaching staff also sees changes with the departures of set-piece specialist Rody Hoegee and goalkeeping coach Carlos Gómez.
CD Castellón Begins Preseason Training at La Coma with Squad Changes and Promotion Ambitions
CD Castellón kicked off its first preseason training session at La Coma Sports City, aiming to return to promotion contention after losing to Almería in the playoff semifinal. The squad, led by renewed coach Pablo Hernández, features several changes: in goal, Sergi Torner is promoted to the first team; in defense, Agustín Sienra's purchase option was executed, while captain Salva Ruiz departed and Juanjo Nieto and José Albert were signed. Midfield saw deeper changes with the departures of Beñat Gerenabarrena and Ronaldo Pompeu, and the arrivals of Jari Vlak, Álvaro Martín, and Fran Castillo. The main challenge is replacing the offensive output of Álex Calatrava and Brian Cipenga, with wingers Iñigo Córdoba and Hamza Bellari signed. Awer Mabil is expected to join later. The first week concludes with a friendly against CE Sabadell, followed by a training camp in Girona and friendlies against Girona, Alavés, Hércules, and Levante. Coaching staff changes include the departures of set-piece specialist Rody Hoegee and goalkeeper coach Carlos Gómez.