Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique confessed he found their narrow 1-0 victory over Girona in the Champions League on Wednesday uncomfortable to watch. The win was secured after a late mistake by Girona's goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga, who had otherwise made several crucial saves, allowed PSG to claim the three points.
Enrique acknowledged that although PSG had more control over the game, Girona's defensive play made it challenging. He noted that the team needed to maintain pressure throughout the match to avoid difficulties, and he humorously compared the experience to the discomfort of childbirth, reflecting on the intense nature of the game.
With the new Champions League format featuring eight matches against different opponents and a complex qualification process, Enrique expressed uncertainty about the implications of each result. He highlighted the challenges posed by the format, including how the results might impact their progression and the difficulties of navigating matches against teams with varying schedules.
In addition to the tense match, PSG faced a setback with striker Marco Asensio, who limped off the field just before halftime. Despite this, Enrique expressed confidence in his squad's depth and resilience. PSG will next compete against Reims away in Ligue 1 on Saturday.
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