PSG's Enrique Unbothered About Team's Slump Form

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Friday, September 27, 2024 at 07:54 AM

Written by Madaki Blessing Sharon

PSG's Enrique Unbothered About Team's Slump Form

Head Coach, Luis Enrique has revealed that he is not overly concerned about Paris Saint-Germain's slump in form following the international break, with the Ligue 1 club's manager praising his side for navigating their way through difficult fixtures.


PSG began their league campaign in emphatic fashion, scoring 13 goals to win their first three matches,


Since then, that momentum has gradually fizzled out, with the French heavyweights struggling to break down Girona in a 1-0 Champions League win before being held to a 1-1 draw at Reims in their last league fixture.


According to Enrique in an interview when asked if there had been a decline in performances after the international break earlier this month, he said: "I feel things differently.


"Over the course of a season there's an evolution, there are good moments and not so good moments, it's part of the logical process of the team growing," added Enrique, while speaking ahead of his side's home clash against Stade Rennais on Friday.


"I find the opposite situation, I think the team has managed to solve the problems that the opponents cause us."


The Spaniard also added that he expects a tough outing against Rennes, who have won two out of their last four league matches against PSG.


"They're a team that plays at the top of the table, they caused us quite a few problems last season. They take points against us, and they'll vary their behaviour as the game goes on," he said.


"They did it last season. There are no easy games, there will be problems, but I'm an optimistic person when it comes to games like this. We're playing at the Parc and that spurs us on too.


Enrique acknowledging his opponents capabilities, admitted that the team were acquainted to functioning under pressure.


"Rennes are used to high pressing but I don't think they'll do that tomorrow because they're an adaptable team. My job is to cope and find solutions. It's very difficult to fight a low block."


Moving on PSG top the Ligue 1 standings after five games, level on 13 points with second-placed Olympique de Marseille and AS Monaco in third but leading on goal difference.


After they conclude their home match against Rennes, the French giants will be travelling to face English club Arsenal in a Champions League clash in October.



Edited By: Our Correspondent

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