Luis Enrique praises PSG 6-1 over Slovan and singles out Dembélé

PSG began their European title defence with a convincing win against Slovan Bratislava, finishing 6-1 at the Parc des Princes. After the match, Luis Enrique was pleased with the level and the effect of the home support, pointing to the atmosphere and the tifo from the stands.

What stood out to the coach

Speaking to the press, the manager said it always feels “special” to play this competition in Paris and that they regained the connection with their supporters. He also stressed what he liked most: “Je suis très content, spécialement de ce que j'ai vu avec le ballon pendant tout le match”, according to L'Équipe.

Dembélé draws the top praise

Luis Enrique focused on Ousmane Dembélé, underlining how he helps the team by creating chances, pressing and showing the standard they need. “Je suis très content pour lui. Il a fait un très bon match”, he added, while noting that the plan is to use him progressively and that he doesn’t necessarily need to play more minutes right now.

Torres’ hat-trick and efficiency

He also commented on the attacking display of Ferran Torres, who scored a treble. The coach said nobody expected that kind of performance, but explained that the defensive intensity and the counter-pressing created plenty of opportunities. “On a été très efficaces”, L'Équipe reports.