Paris Saint-Germain demonstrated their resilience in the Champions League with a thrilling comeback against Manchester City, overcoming a 2-0 deficit to secure a 4-2 victory on Wednesday. This crucial win not only lifted PSG out of the elimination zone in the tournament’s revamped format but also placed City in jeopardy ahead of their final match. PSG now needs just a draw against Stuttgart next week to secure their advancement to the knockout stage.
Coach Luis Enrique expressed his pride in the team’s performance, highlighting the collective effort that saw four different players score. Young winger Bradley Barcola was instrumental, netting one goal and assisting Ousmane Dembélé, while midfielder Joao Neves and striker Gonçalo Ramos also contributed to the scoreboard. “The more competition we have, the happier I am,” Enrique stated, emphasizing the importance of teamwork over reliance on individual stars, especially in the absence of Kylian Mbappé, who departed for Real Madrid earlier this season.
City manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged that his side was outperformed, particularly in transition. “We have to accept it. In transitions we could not cope with them; they were faster,” he admitted. Despite City’s early lead, PSG rallied impressively, with Barcola’s pivotal play igniting the comeback. The match showcased the potential of PSG’s younger players, who are beginning to establish their identity and character on the European stage. Club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi praised the team’s spirit and expressed confidence in their future, stating, “We’re a young team but a team with character.” As PSG continues to adapt without their former star, their latest victory suggests that they may be finding their footing in the Champions League once again.
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