PSG coach speaks earlier than decisive Newcastle match
Luis Enrique sends assured message forward of Newcastle conflict
Paris Saint Germain coach Luis Enrique stated the true Champions League begins within the knockout rounds promising unbeaten group forward of Newcastle conflict.
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Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique believes the “actual” Champions League solely begins as soon as the knockout rounds begin as his aspect put together for essential group stage match towards Newcastle United.
PSG host Newcastle on Wednesday night at Parc des Princes in last spherical of the league section.
The French champions sit sixth with 13 level, degree on factors with Newcastle in seventh.
The highest eight groups qualify instantly for the spherical of 16 whereas sides positioned from ninth to twenty fourth should play two leg playoff.
“We’re used to troublesome matches”
Talking at his pre-match press convention on Tuesday, Enrique stated the ambiance round matches of this degree is all the time completely different.
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He defined that PSG used to troublesome video games and are making ready calmly for an additional main European evening.
The Spanish coach revealed that a number of gamers have returned and are totally match calling it constructive information for the squad. He additionally praised the depth of the most recent coaching session and burdened how necessary the Champions League is for the membership.
Enrique made it clear that PSG’s rapid goal is to complete the league section inside the highest eight and safe direct place within the final 16 by successful towards very sturdy Newcastle aspect.
“The actual Champions League begins later”
Regardless of the significance of the match, Enrique advised that the approaching levels matter much more.
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He stated that even when PSG needed to undergo the playoff spherical as they did final season, he would settle for it if it ended with successful the Champions League.
“The actual Champions League begins within the knockout rounds” Enrique stated.
He added that when that second arrives, PSG might be “an unbeatable group” and promised his aspect will show it once more.
Squad updates: Hakimi & Zaïre-Emery
Enrique additionally spoke about Achraf Hakimi who not too long ago returned from the Africa Cup of Nations.
He confirmed that the Moroccan defender has taken half within the final three coaching classes and stated his situation seems good though last determination might be made on matchday.
On Warren Zaïre-Emery, Enrique praised the teen’s versatility and character. He stated the midfielder can play in a number of positions and described him as necessary participant for each the current and the longer term.
Youth coverage and new signing
The PSG coach additionally commented on the membership’s current transfer for Drew Fernandez from Barcelona.
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Enrique stated PSG choose gifted younger gamers and consider Fernandez may turn into a key participant sooner or later.
He added that the membership stays open to alternatives in the course of the switch window and might be able to act if the correct choice seems.