Luis Enrique is confident that Paris Saint-Germain can stage a comeback against Barcelona in the Champions League quarterfinals. After losing the first leg 3-2 in Paris, PSG will be looking to overturn the deficit when they face Barcelona at the Olympic Stadium.
The PSG coach, who previously managed Barcelona, is no stranger to comebacks in the Champions League. He famously led Barcelona to a historic 6-1 victory over PSG in 2017 after losing the first leg 4-0. Now, he is determined to make history with PSG by orchestrating a similar turnaround.
Despite the defeat in the first leg, Luis Enrique remains optimistic about PSG's chances. He emphasized the importance of mental recovery after a setback and expressed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back. PSG will adopt an attacking approach and press high to unsettle Barcelona, who have the advantage going into the second leg.
Luis Enrique's belief in PSG's ability to win is unwavering, and he is determined to see his team through to the semifinals. He acknowledged the challenge posed by Barcelona but stressed that PSG will leave everything on the field in pursuit of victory.
Both coaches, Luis Enrique and Xavi Hernandez, have mutual respect for each other despite their competitive rivalry. Xavi praised Luis Enrique's attacking style of play and acknowledged the tough battle that awaits in the second leg.
Barcelona will be without key players Andreas Christensen and Sergi Roberto due to suspension, while PSG will welcome back Achraf Hakimi from suspension. The stage is set for a thrilling encounter between two top teams vying for a spot in the Champions League semifinals.
The winners of the Barcelona-PSG clash will face either Atlético Madrid or Borussia Dortmund in the next round, adding further intrigue to the high-stakes matchup.
