Luis Enrique hails PSG’s mental strength: “Penalties are our lucky charm” | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won the French Super Cup on Thursday by defeating Olympique de Marseille 4-1 on penalties, after a 2-2 draw in regular time, at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City. After the match, coach Luis Enrique praised the team's spirit.

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“When you reach a final, the emotions are very strong. We didn't play as usual, it was tough, the opponent was very good, but the spirit of this team is different. We fought until the last minute and, in the end, penalties seem to be our charm,” said the coach, who won the Intercontinental Cup at the end of last year against Flamengo on penalties.

“It's important to know that winning is difficult. It was a test. We have won many games in the final minutes, which shows character and mentality,” added the Spanish coach.

Luis Enrique mentioned a particular athlete to highlight PSG's achievement: Gonçalo Ramos. The player entered the field in the final minutes, just to be used in the penalty shootout and did not disappoint.

“I want to congratulate my players, especially Gonçalo Ramos, because he is a soldier. Always ready to play one or two minutes, whatever is needed,” he confirmed.

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