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Published on May 8, 2024 at 8:47 p.m. by
Abdel Maarous
Luis Enrique continues to be criticized
THE Paris Saint Germain suffered a disappointing Champions League elimination in their clash against Borussia Dortmund. After a 1-0 first-leg defeat in Germany, fans’ hopes were dashed when the team suffered the same fate at the Parc des Princes. This poor performance sparked a deluge of criticism, particularly towards the coach Luis Enrique.
Personalities from the world of football such as Bixente Lizarazu, Daniel Riolo and several Spanish journalists did not mince their words towards Luis Enrique. The criticisms leveled against him mainly relate to the tactical choices and the preparation of the team for this crucial meeting.
Arsène Wenger’s observations
In this context of intense debate, the former coach ofArsenal, Arsène Wengerbrought his analysis during an intervention on the set of bein Sports. Wenger highlighted some key facts from the match, providing valuable insight into the reasons for Paris Saint-Germain’s failure.
According to Wenger, one of the explanations put forward by Luis Enrique to justify his team’s defeat is the fact that PSG hit the crossbar and the post. However, Wenger highlights another crucial aspect: the time it takes for the team to adapt to the hectic pace of a Champions League match. Indeed, he emphasizes that PSG took 45 minutes to really enter the game, a precious amount of time in such a demanding competition.
The difficulty of raising your game to European level
This analysis from Arsène Wenger highlights the difficulty for PSG in raising their game to the level required in the Champions League. Despite all the individual talent and financial resources at their disposal, the transition to the frenetic pace and intensity of European matches remains a significant challenge for the team.
The elimination of Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League raises essential questions about the preparation of teams for major European meetings. Criticism of coach Luis Enrique reflects the burning desire of fans and observers to see the team reach its full potential on the European stage.
