Paris Saint-Germain’s head coach, Luis Enrique, expressed immense pride and satisfaction following his team’s 3-1 aggregate victory over Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, securing a spot in the final against Inter Milan.

Despite acknowledging the challenges posed by Arsenal, Enrique highlighted PSG’s resilience and adaptability as key factors in their triumph.

“The first half was painful,” Enrique admitted, recognizing the pressure Arsenal applied early in the match. However, he praised his team’s ability to adjust and capitalize on transitions, leading to crucial goals by Fabián Ruiz and Achraf Hakimi. Enrique also emphasized the collective effort and emotional intelligence displayed by his players throughout the tie.

Enrique lauded goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma’s performance, describing him as a decisive factor in the outcome.

He also commended Fabián Ruiz for his tactical contributions and the decisive goal that shifted the momentum in PSG’s favor. The coach dismissed any notions of PSG being underdogs, asserting that their performance throughout the tournament demonstrated their quality and deserving place in the final.

Looking ahead to the final in Munich, Enrique expressed determination to make history with PSG, aiming to secure the club’s first Champions League title. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and building upon the team’s current form to achieve this milestone.