Article by Adrian Duţă – Published Friday, 01 May 2026, 16:06 / Updated Friday, 01 May 2026 16:09
3 days after PSG – Bayern 5-4Luis Enrique, the coach of the Parisians, spoke excitedly about the Champions League semi-final match. The Spaniard hit the ground running with those who criticized the defenses of both teams.
The game at the Parc des Princes sparked heated debates, with some supporters and analysts being upset by the level of defense shown by the two teams.
Luis Enrique: “We are two of the best teams in defense, along with Arsenal”
“As in life, there are opinions everywhere. I don't think it's important to respect all opinions, because if an opinion is bad, you don't have to respect it…
There are people who like this kind of football – they are the majority, and I am one of them. But some people don't like it. I think I showed that most people enjoyed the match, and that's the most important thing.
Bayern is the strongest opponent I have met with PSG. But what level did both teams show, what level do the strikers have?!
A 5-4 scoreline may look disastrous for defences, but we are two of the best defensive sides along with Arsenal. It was simply a different match,” Enrique said at the pre-match conference with Lorient, from Ligue 1, as quoted by sportal.bg.
To Enrique: “I analyzed for 5 hours. Just look how Kane and Dembele defended! Unbelievable!”
“For me, this is a unique football match. If I usually spend three hours analyzing, this time for PSG – Bayern it took me five hours. There were incredible phases, both in attack and defense, from Bayern.
There was not a single defensive mistake, which made this a magnificent match. Just look at how Kane and Dembele defended! Incredible! We have to congratulate both teams and enjoy the game.” Enrique exclaimed excitedly.
Ahead of Wednesday's return leg, the PSG coach admitted he will miss Achraf Hakimi. The Moroccan suffered an injury during the tour.
“What should I explain about him? His level? Hakimi is the starter, he always plays at an exceptional level. He is a machine, he is incredible. It is like having three players. Unfortunately, he will not be in Munich,” said Enrique.
