PSG v Strasbourg: Luis Enrique on struggles, Zaïre-Emery, Doué | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain drew 3-3 against Strasbourg (video highlights PSG/Strasbourg) this Friday at the Parc des Princes as part of the 8th matchday of Ligue 1 2025-2026. After the match, Parisian coach Luis Enrique spoke at a press conference.

Enrique: “We overcame difficulties and our supporters were incredible”

Was this the team that caused you the most problems?

“I think so. I like the way Liam (Rosenior) plays. It’s one of the best teams in Ligue 1, without a doubt. We prioritized rotation before and after the international break. You have to know how to manage, that was our goal before the match.”

Do you know the reason for the three goals conceded?

“The quality of the opposition. In the first half, we had a good start, both with and without the ball. We struggled at the end of the first half. The intensity was better in the second half. The ending was good. We overcame difficulties and our supporters were incredible. They deserved more.”

Did you enjoy yourself as a coach?

“No coach enjoys conceding three goals. It’s impossible to be happy. I want to improve and that depends on the positions on the pitch, the information I get.”

Warren Zaïre-Emery is back at the top. Are you satisfied?

“I think he had a very good match. We have a lot of confidence in him. We know his abilities and we’re happy to see him at this level.”

Enrique: “We want to be competitive in all competitions”

Do you expect stronger competition this season in Ligue 1?

“We’ll see in the future. It’s a special moment, we have circumstances like all teams. We want to be competitive in all competitions. I know when the season turns. We’re aiming to win everything. It will be very difficult and we have to overcome all the circumstances in a season.”

What did you think of Désiré Doué’s return?

“I need to watch the match again. I’m happy because he’s back. That’s very good news. There are still four important players out of the squad. As a team, we played a good match.”

Enrique: “Congratulations to Liam and Strasbourg, a young team.”

What is your assessment of this match?

“We had moments at the end of the match where we were superior and could have won the game. Strasbourg too. I’d like to play Strasbourg with my full squad. Congratulations to Liam and Strasbourg, a young team.”

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