Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique remains optimistic despite his team’s 1-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. The Spanish coach expressed hope that PSG can still reach the final, emphasizing the competitive nature of football. Despite the defeat, Enrique acknowledged that his team had their chances, hitting the post twice during one move in the second half.
Enrique praised his players for their efforts and resilience, highlighting the tough challenge of Champions League semi-finals. He remains confident in PSG’s ability to bounce back in the second leg, especially with the support of their fans at home in Paris.
The loss to Dortmund marks only the fifth defeat for PSG this season and the first time they were beaten under Enrique without scoring. However, the French champions can draw inspiration from their previous encounters with Dortmund, having secured a 2-0 victory at home earlier in the campaign.
Captain Hernandez echoed Enrique’s sentiments, acknowledging the need to convert chances in the upcoming home fixture. The Brazilian emphasized the difficulty of playing at Dortmund’s stadium but expressed belief in PSG’s ability to turn the tie around with the energy of their supporters.
Despite the defeat, PSG’s focus now turns to the second leg, where they will aim to secure a spot in the final. Concerns remain over Hernandez’s injury, which forced him off in the first half, with Enrique expressing pessimism about the situation. The coach’s focus is now on regrouping and preparing for a strong performance in the return leg.
