Paris Saint-Germain supervisor Luis Enrique spoke extremely of Barcelona after his workforce secured a 2-1 win over the Blaugrana on Matchday 2 of the UEFA Champions League.
The victory got here within the remaining minutes, however Enrique was fast to focus on the standard of soccer displayed by either side.
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“It was a superb match between two groups that don’t simply kick the ball, however slightly attempt to damage one another with the ball.
“It was a spectacle to see so many high quality gamers on the pitch,” he mentioned.
Acknowledging Barça’s expertise and youth
Enrique additionally admitted that Barcelona held the higher hand within the first half. “With their purpose, we felt behind, however due to an incredible transfer by Nuno [Mendes], we managed to regain our kind.
“Within the second half, we have been higher and located our greatest recreation.”
The PSG supervisor additionally highlighted the problem of going through younger abilities like Pedri, praising their technical potential and composure underneath stress.
Luis Enrique praised Barcelona regardless of win. (Picture by David Ramos/Getty Photos)
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“Making errors is regular, however what’s clear is that, alongside Pedri, Vitinha is the very best midfielder on the planet. We had a tough time stopping Pedri as we speak.
“It’s nice to face these gamers as a result of they make my gamers wish to enhance. Plus, we performed with 17- or 18-year-old youth gamers, and that’s fantastic,” Enrique added.
His phrases confirmed appreciation not just for Barcelona’s established stars but additionally for the rising abilities pushing the sport ahead.
Lastly, Enrique mirrored on his strategy to high-pressure matches like this one. “In opposition to Barça, it’s troublesome to not panic, however it’s a must to know the way to adapt.
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“Final 12 months, we overcame many difficulties, and as we speak we proved it once more. This continues.”
For Enrique, the consequence was essential, however the efficiency and the extent of competitors have been equally precious, highlighting the joy and high quality of Hansi Flick’s Barcelona.
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