Paris Saint-Germain’s impressive Champions League form has been overshadowed by a catastrophic injury list following their recent 4-2 victory over Barcelona. Luis Enrique faces a massive selection headache as three key starters are now unavailable for a crucial run of fixtures.
Paris Saint-Germain have paid a heavy price for their 4-2 win over FC Barcelona. Ousmane Dembele and Marquinhos both had to go off injured, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia suffered a horrific injury.
Paris Saint-Germain may have secured a thrilling victory over Barcelona in the Champions League, but the celebrations at the Parc des Princes have been muted by a devastating injury crisis. Luis Enrique saw three of his most vital assets forced off the pitch on a night where the medical room became busier than the scoresheet.
The Champions League showdown between PSG and Barcelona ended early for Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele. Two other stars also had to come off early with injuries.
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha hailed team-mate Ousmane Dembele as a unique leader capable of giving fans goosebumps against former club Barcelona. The Portuguese playmaker also defended Joao Neves while praising Luis Enrique's demanding standards.
Luis Enrique has heaped praise on Ousmane Dembele following his game-changing performance against Strasbourg, highlighting the Frenchman's education at Barcelona as a key factor in his success. The winger came off the bench to secure a 3-1 victory for Paris Saint-Germain, demonstrating the tactical intelligence his manager believes was forged at the Camp Nou.
Paris Saint-Germain’s tactical flexibility was put to the ultimate test in Alsace as they secured a thrilling 3-1 comeback victory over Strasbourg. The opening period was defined by the hosts' high-intensity pressing, which bore fruit in the 17th minute when Giovanni Reyna found the net following a well-constructed move involving Gessime Yassine. Although the visitors dominated possession, they lacked the verticality required to break down the low block, heading into the interval with significant work to do.