Whether in an official match or a friendly, Paris Saint-Germain had not lost since May 12 and a setback conceded at home against Toulouse last season (1-3, 33rd day). However, Tuesday’s defeat at Arsenal (2-0) nonetheless caused some turmoil. For this trip to London, Luis Enrique had decided to do without the services of Ousme Dembélé, sidelined for behavior deemed inappropriate by the Parisian coach. Overwhelmed in the face of
Gunnersthe Parisians showed worrying limits, with some problematic individual performances. Four days after the meeting, Luis Enrique took stock.
On the eve of a perilous trip to Nice (8:45 p.m., 7th day), the tactician was at a press conference and was logically questioned about the match lost against Arsenal. And while the role of Gianluigi Donnarumma, involved in the two goals conceded, was questioned, he directly named a culprit. “The only person responsible is the coach. When there is a defeat, it’s a shame to hit a player. Donnarumma is often picked on, but please leave him alone and pick on me. »
Not far from Arsenal
As usual, Luis Enrique preferred that the cameras focus on him, but this time to give his players a little leeway and calm. As for the actions that brought about the goals of the Gunnersthe coach explained that everything started from much higher and that “it’s a whole collective that is concerned, not just the goalkeeper”. Wanting to be positive, the Spaniard also explained that he saw his PSG almost at the level of Arsenal. “I don’t think we’re far from their team. (…) But the difference with a coach and a sports management who have worked together for five years exists. »
A way of asking observers for time and patience, in order to successfully complete the project he began a year ago at Paris Saint-Germain. It remains to be seen whether the recurring problems of Parisians when the level rises will end up being resolved. The former coach of La Roja holds part of the solutions.
