Very annoyed by a question relating to Illya Zabarnyi’s package, the Parisian coach took stock at a press conference on Saturday, at the Parc, after the card against Rennes (5-0).
Perfect evening : «Of course. It was perfect, an almost perfect evening. We are happy. We scored five goals, we didn’t concede any. Rennes played very well, they don’t deserve this gap but we were very effective. We created a lot of chances, we scored five times. It’s positive, all positive.»
If the last minute withdrawal of the Ukrainian Illya Zabarnyi is linked to the tenure of the Russian Matfey Safonov : «It’s amazing… Every time you ask a question it’s a bit problematic (in the sense of seeking controversy, Editor’s note). All the time… No, it’s nothing, he was just sick… He was sick the last two days. I know it’s more important to look for controversy all the time but in fact, there is nothing.»
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Attackers down in recent weeks and scorers on Saturday : «What has changed? Nothing. (very angry, he switches to Spanish) People look for controversies, that’s typical among journalists. Yesterday (Friday at the match eve press conference), I was asked about Khvicha Kvaratskhelia who was not good in Ligue 1 a priori, compared to the Champions League (the Georgian had a full match and scored two goals on Saturday, Editor’s note)…It’s better not to attach importance to this kind of thing.»
Suspense in Ligue 1 : «At the moment in the championship, there are more teams playing very well. Lens is first in the ranking they deserve it. For us it is a motivation to have more teams fighting for the title. We are looking to improve every week, to obtain better results than last season. We know it’s difficult, especially when you have such a special start to the season as is the case this year…”
I’d rather make my grandmother play than give gifts.
Luis Enrique
Why the titis David Boly and Noham Kamara have not yet played with the pros, unlike several other young people (Mbaye, Ndjantou…) : «I don’t give any gifts. When a guy plays, it’s because he deserves to play. They all want to play. I’d rather make my grandmother play than give gifts. With that, it’s very clear. No gift. At PSG, you play if you deserve to play, otherwise, you still have to improve.»
The results of the year 2025 : «There are still matches to play, but it will remain a sensational year for all Parisians, PSG and myself.»
If he is proud of his players : «Of course. I am proud of the players but also of the supporters. There is an incredible atmosphere at all the matches, it’s a pleasure to play at the Parc des Princes. Congratulations to the founding of the club (PSG for Communities). 25 years is important, it represents a lot of pride. As a club it is important.»
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Comments collected at a press conference
