“That is what I think” – Luis Enrique reveals honest thoughts on Chelsea Champions League tie | OneFootball

Luis Enrique has admitted there’s no feeling of revenge after PSG were drawn against Chelsea in the last 16 of the Champions League.

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In a repeat of the Club World Cup final the Blues will once again face off against the French champions with the first leg in Paris on March 11th.

It’s the first time the two teams have met in the competition since the 2015/2016 season, with the tie set to be a mouthwatering occasion.

Luis Enrique looking forward to Chelsea clash

Liam Rosenior knows PSG well having come up against them during his time in charge of Strasbourg, and the Blues will hope that knowledge can hand them an advantage.

Having lost the Club World Cup final, there had been talk of PSG looking for revenge, but that was something Enrique was quick to play down.

Chelsea beat PSG 3-0 in the Club World Cup final. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

“Nobody thought we could win the Champions League last season. It is different because the scenario is so different,” he told reporters.

“We are pleased. It will be interesting to play against one of the best English teams, who we know well,” he told reporters.

“There is no feeling of revenge for us. This is a different competition. This is our pathway and we are used to it.

“We are the champions at the moment in this competition, so the problem is for all the other teams. They have to play against us, that is what I think.

“We like being in the draw because it means we have qualified and the key phase of the season is coming up.”

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Before Chelsea head to Paris they face a tough task against Arsenal on Sunday, in a crucial game for Champions League qualification.

Rosenior has confirmed Reece James is available, whilst Marc Cucurella and Estevao are both out, along with the suspended Wesley Fofana.

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It will be the fourth meeting between the two sides this season, with Chelsea still looking for a first win, and first win against the Gunners since 2021.

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