Paris Saint-Germain returned to European competition on Wednesday evening, hosting Liverpool FC for the first leg of their quarter-final tie. In a packed and electric Parc des Princes, the Parisians put on a dominant display, securing a 2-0 victory against the Reds. Liverpool can thank PSG’s lack of clinical finishing, which spared them a humiliating defeat. Luis Enrique, the club’s manager, spoke to Canal+ immediately after the match about the fantastic atmosphere at the Parc and the quality of the team.
Luis Enrique: “We played a match worthy of our fans.”
Well done! Achraf said he was happy with the result, and Warren said he was a little frustrated. What about you?
No, it’s a shame. We played a match worthy of our fans. The atmosphere was incredible, and the team was incredible. We deserved to score more goals, and it’s a shame because we had some very clear chances in the second half. But it’s the Champions League; we’ll have to wait for the second match. But we’re happy.
Was Liverpool’s formation a surprise?
Yes, it was a surprise because it’s the first time Slot has played with five at the back this year. They tried to do something, and that’s normal. We’re used to opponents adapting to us. It’s not a problem, and we’ll try to win the second match.
“Whatever the match and whatever the stadium, PSG must aim to win.”
Will they definitely try something different in the second match?
You should ask the coach. Whatever the match, whatever the stadium, PSG must aim to win. Like we always do, and we know it will be difficult because it’s a special stadium. We’re happy with what we did today.
