This Wednesday at 9 PM (CET), Paris Saint-Germain will face Atalanta at the Parc des Princes for the first matchday of the 2025-2026 Champions League. Speaking to the Italian club’s media, coach Ivan Juric outlined his expectations for his players against this special opponent.
Juric: “We’ll see where we stand; I’m very curious.”
Is everything ready at Atalanta?
I hope so (smiling). We played a very good match this weekend, and now we’re looking forward to this big match. We hope everything goes as planned.
Starting the campaign against the European champions?
That’s the way it is; we’re starting with the best. We’ll see where we stand; I’m very curious. We’re very well prepared, and we want to play a great match.
Did the victory against Lecce boost confidence?
We needed it. We were lacking goals and confidence. We scored four, and we showed that we can play attractive football. Goals are good for the players and for their confidence.
Juric: “We have to be ready to perform well and also to suffer.”
Do you have any doubts about your starting XI against PSG?
I think not, maybe there’s one last thing to consider (smiling).
Any special feelings about playing against Paris?
No, I’m focused on preparing well for the match and delivering a great performance. Personal feelings are secondary.
Will maximum concentration be required?
Yes, we have to be ready to perform well and also to suffer. I think the players are ready.
