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José Ángel Ziganda, coach of a Segunda División team (unnamed), is utilizing the Copa del Rey match against La Liga’s last-place team, Levante UD, to give playing time to less-used players who have earned it through their hard work and behavior in previous Copa del Rey rounds. He emphasizes the quality of Levante UD despite their league position. He specifically notes that Paco Cortés, on loan from Levante, will play, acknowledging his talent despite limited league appearances due to competition. Ziganda also values the contributions of these players, many of whom were key to the team’s promotion, highlighting their maturity and appreciation for the opportunity. He sees the cup game as a chance to reward these players and provide them with competitive game time.

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Ziganda to Field Fringe Players in Copa del Rey Clash Against Levante UD

León, Spain – December 16, 2025 – José Ángel Ziganda, manager of [Insert Team Name Here], has announced he will field a largely rotated squad for their Copa del Rey match against La Liga strugglers Levante UD. The match, scheduled for Wednesday at 6:00 PM at the Reino de León stadium, will see several less-used players get their chance to shine.

“This is an opportunity to give playing time, in an official match, to those who haven’t been playing as much,” Ziganda stated in a press conference. “They’ve earned it with their behavior and performance in the first two rounds of the Copa del Rey. They are mature players, with their feet on the ground.”

Ziganda will be without Eneko Satrústegui, Rubén Sobrino, and Rodri Suárez but welcomes back Lucas Ribeiro. Despite Levante UD’s position at the bottom of La Liga, Ziganda stressed the quality of their squad. “Any player on their roster would be able to play in Segunda División,” he noted.

The match will see Paco Cortés, on loan to [Insert Team Name Here] from Levante UD, feature. Ziganda acknowledged Cortés’ limited league appearances but emphasized it wasn’t due to a lack of talent, but the strong competition for places.

Ziganda also praised the contributions of the squad players many of whom were instrumental in the team’s promotion to the Second Division, stating they have always worked hard and push their teammates. The match offers valuable opportunities for these players to show their worth.

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