It is an expert look, respected and fears in everyone of football. Wednesday evening, at the Parc des Princes, a very special observer attended the qualification of PSG for the final of the Champions League. Present in the stands, Sir Alex Ferguson was not there by chance. But what he said after the meeting in Nasser Al-Khelaïfi in private took everyone short …
The compliment that no one expected
The former legendary coach of Manchester United, twice winner of the Champions League, exchanged at length with the Parisian president. According to The Parisianhe told her how impressed he was by
“The new European dimension taken by this PSG”even greeting the metamorphosis of a club long mocked outside. A powerful verdict coming from a football monument, and which says a lot about the CAP crossed by the capital's club.
The PSG impresses more and more.
Now a finalist, Paris is no longer smiling. He inspires respect. The delirious atmosphere of the park, the controlled performance against Arsenal, and the solidity of the collective led by Luis Enrique struck the spirits. “Paris has bluffed Europe”writes the daily, and Ferguson is not the only one to realize it. Even the most skeptical admit that this team has found its coherence and its strength.
Europe has changed its look at PSG
This evening also marked the birthday of Luis Enrique, celebrated with dignity with a qualification. At 12:01 am, Nasser Al-Khelaïfi phones him to remind him how much he is, according to him, “The best coach in the world”. A sincere tribute in a historic night, where the capital vibrated until late, between Parisian changing rooms and streets.
From now on, Paris is no longer an outsider. He is a credible pretender to the coronation. The visit of Ferguson, his strong declaration, and popular jubilation are all signs that this PSG may have finally won the heart of the old continent. It remains to confirm this on May 31 in Munich.
