Now is the moment to push forward. A fierce momentum, congenital expectations, and a fearless gaze mark the atmosphere. The energy is electric, defiant, and vibrant, resonating with the majority who choose to take action first and think later. The attack-minded football style moves with reckless abandon, and if anyone disagrees, the crowd simply turns away as if lost in thought while sprinting forward. Álvaro Hernáiz stands out, a year after a milestone stretch that marked twenty-five years of his journey. He delivered six points for Hercules, more than any teammate, and his two goals across two hot showdowns against Espanyol B and Peña Deportiva signal that this Madrid-born winger has settled in Alicante and is lifting his teammates higher.
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“I’m staying with the team as we push toward victory. The squad competes hard after a strong start, and the fans, who stood by us, helped us stay upright. My goal helped cap a very good day for everyone,” the attacker reflected the morning after a standout performance that featured one goal and one assist.
“Overall, I played well, but there is much to learn. I’m in a hurry to decide, and the coach wants me calmer at three quarters, yet I remain in a learning mode. I train like an actor on set, and I’m happy with the progress so far on this path,” the young talent from Hercules explained after a notable Marchamalo appearance last year, where he started nine points from the left wing.
“I saw a brave team that didn’t collapse 0-1. Points remained for Rico Pérez to keep rowing”
“The joy comes from the work itself. I may not know if I am at my peak, but I know I am giving my best in every workout and every game. I try to help the team and hope to score more than last season. The real aim is consistent victories and contributing to that with my game.”
Alvaro looks at professional football with one clear aim: to refine his craft. He admits that speed and improvisation are part of his identity, yet they must be balanced with calm in the right moments. Making good decisions often makes the difference between a goal or a miss, even when he is not the one finishing. Looking back, the coach’s corrections feel beneficial, and the results show room for improvement. He hopes the season ends with a flurry of assists and goals.
“Speed and improvisation shape my identity, but staying calm matters too”
Her fans at Rico Pérez have seen his rise. The stands have embraced him, and his bravery has not gone unnoticed. On his second away assignment, the Madrid winger is under watch, but his focus remains on the task. “What I learned is that the fans love me and stand by me. That creates more demand, but it also fuels growth. If they trust you, it means you can contribute more.”
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“Beyond the results, the team has kept working. Training is tough, yet it stays positive. Competition is real, and everyone wants playing time on Sundays. A win over Sport Club should broadcast to others that we are here, not down and out, and that we will fight with purpose. This is what sustains Alvarito’s resolve.”
“Mistakes happen across every team. We operate as a compact block that defends and attacks together. Yes, errors occur, but we learn and adjust to prevent repeats next week. The Ibiza victory shows we can adapt quickly, and we can reinvent ourselves under pressure. The team listened and acted. It was a brave performance that did not crumble after going down 0-1, and it left Rico Pérez with momentum to keep pushing forward.”