Lille v PSG: Luis Enrique praises youngsters despite frustration | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 against Lille (video summary Lille/PSG) this Sunday at the Stade Pierre Mauroy as part of the 7th day of Ligue 1 2025-2026. After this match, Parisian coach Luis Enrique spoke on Ligue 1+.

Luis Enrique "the players are tired."

I must congratulate Ethan because he is a very good player and I am very happy for him.

Do you have to digest a draw?

It was the same as 2 years ago when we controlled the match and in the end Lille scored the goal. That's how it is, you have to accept it, but I think we controlled the match, we scored a very nice goal. It's difficult because all the players here play very well, you have to accept that.

What comment on this fantastic goal by Mendes?

He is different, everyone knows it. We prioritized the players' health because there is the international week and important matches. But, after this match against Barcelona, the players are tired and it was the moment. The young players played very well.

Luis Enrique "they showed personality."

Are you proud of your young players?

Of course, very proud, they showed personality and they played here at their age, they did good things.

Do you have the two best full-backs you have coached in your career?

I also had Dani Alves. I coached Jordi Alba too. There are many good players, but it's obvious that Hakimi and Mendes are different.

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