"I let the players down" – said Gulácsi's coach after the heavy Champions League defeat

Inigo Pérez, Villarreal's head coach, criticized his team's poor start against PSG in the Champions League, leading to a 6-0 defeat. He noted that players failed to close in on their opponents, which hindered their ability to turn the game around. The team conceded four goals within the first 17 minutes, prompting many fans to leave at halftime. Pérez expressed disappointment in not meeting expectations and letting down both players and supporters. Midfielder Alberto Moleiro acknowledged the team's struggles and emphasized the need for improvement to avoid similar outcomes in the future. Villarreal currently sits 29th in the standings with one win and three losses, facing Slavia Prague next.

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