The largest gap in a clasico results from a one-sided match, punctuated by two masterpiece goals. This Sunday evening, PSG outclassed OM (5-0) and regained the lead in Ligue 1. The title of French champion will clearly be contested between Paris and Lens (now 2nd, two lengths), the only team to keep up. Luis Enrique, delighted coach, was at a press conference after the match.
Is it a perfect evening?
LUIS HENRY. Of course ! Almost perfect! We started off intensely and aggressively, with and without the ball. We dominated against Marseille, a very good team. The result shows a difference, but it was difficult. It’s a very important day for our supporters. It’s historic. We have never won 5-0 in a classic. Our supporters deserve it.
Are you sending a message to Ligue 1 and Europe?
No message. If some people don’t know us, that’s not our problem. We are a very consistent team. Afterwards, we can be effective or not. We showed our individual and collective level. It’s the best time of the season. This match will give confidence.
Is this PSG’s best match this season?
In Lisbon (2-1), we were incredible, but the result was not good. We had a lot of chances and hit the post four times against Marseille but we have achieved better this season.
“Ousmane is very special”
Ousmane Dembélé exuded a combative attitude from the start. Is he a good barometer of the team?
On Saturday, you asked me why he was irregular! I like irregular players like Ousmane! He’s a different player with the ball, and he added here in Paris without the ball. By pressing, by showing his level. He is very special and that’s why he is Ballon d’Or.
Are you proud of your team?
When you play a match like today, it’s very important for confidence. We had very good matches without efficiency. We can be more lucid. We continue on the trajectory of last season and the best moment of the season arrives. This is very important in terms of confidence.
What do you have to say to the supporters?
We saw the fans with my deputies and the level of the supporters is impressive. It’s incredible even if we’re used to it, incredible to see supporters at this level. It’s a real pleasure to have them.
Is Matvey Safonov officially your number 1?
I am lucky to have three very high level goalkeepers. More than speaking individually, the three are willing to help the team.
