“I don’t care about the World Cup”: Luis Enrique fully focused on PSG ahead of Angers

Author: Richard Fish

On the eve of Paris Saint-Germain’s trip to face Angers SCO, Luis Enrique delivered a press conference full of insights — true to his direct and no-nonsense style. The Parisian coach first emphasized the continuity of the project despite recent results: “A negative result against Lyon or a positive one against Nantes changes nothing. I can’t change the direction of the car.” A clear reminder that the overall strategy remains unchanged, regardless of circumstances.

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When it comes to managing his squad, especially with the end of the season and the World Cup approaching, he was crystal clear: “I am the PSG coach. The rest, I don’t care.” There is no intention of adjusting his decisions based on international fixtures — the club remains the absolute priority.

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Strong praise for key players and clear tactical demands

Regarding his players, Luis Enrique was full of praise. Speaking about Ousmane Dembélé, he was glowing: “He’s Ballon d’Or material, a leader… we’re still seeing the best version of Dembélé.” The same enthusiasm applied to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia: “He’s a warrior, he brings positive energy with the ball.”

The midfield, according to the Spanish coach, offers every guarantee: “We can create any combination we want and it will be magnificent.” He also welcomed the return of Fabian Ruiz, a symbol of a squad that remains highly competitive.

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On Lucas Chevalier, Luis Enrique once again delivered a sharp response: “Football is incredible. You criticized Chevalier all the time in the first part of the season, I defended him. Now the question is when he will play. That’s top-level football.” He concluded with a broader message on playing philosophy: performing well is essential, but so is defensive commitment — pressing, bravery, and ambition are non-negotiable. He also praised PSG supporters, calling their backing in difficult moments “wonderful,” before ending with a clear statement: the team’s mission is to overcome any challenge, no matter the opponent.

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