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Barcelona and PSG are set to square off in a blockbuster clash on Wednesday night at Parc des Princes in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League.
It promises to be a special outing for Luis Enrique as he comes face-to-face with his former employers, whom he led to a historic treble close to a decade ago.
Ahead of tomorrow’s match, the Spanish tactician appeared in front of the press to preview the game and discussed various topics, including Kylian Mbappe among others.
Enrique was asked about Mbappe and his form heading into tomorrow’s mega-event, but the PSG manager opted to highlight the entire team, saying:
“I think you ask me an individual question and I answer with a collective one. We are in the best moment of the season.”
When asked if his familiarity with Barcelona would be an added advantage for PSG tomorrow, the ex-Spain boss replied:
“I’m sorry to burst your bubble, but I don’t know Xavi as a coach. I know Xavi as a teammate and player, I know the club. I don’t know if it can be an advantage, but it’s a very important game for me on an emotional level. I’m ready to give everything for the team.”
PSG go into tomorrow’s match without the services of key man Achraf Hakimi due to suspension. His replacement, Nordi Mukiele, is also a doubt due to an injury he suffered this past weekend.
So, when asked about how he planned to replace Hakimi against Barça, Enrique replied: “I have the habit of finding solutions when there are players who can’t play. It’s normal. You have to be able to overcome injuries. I have my decision and tomorrow you will see.
“Everything is possible. You have to use your resources. Instead of seeing a problem, I see an opportunity.”
Luis Enrique will face off against former club Barcelona. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)
Discussing his reunion with Barcelona, the PSG boss added: “It’s a different game for me. I played against Sporting as a player and scored goals, now it’s my…
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Author : Michel Durant
Publish date : 2024-04-09 11:52:37
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