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.
Emmanuel Petit has urged out-of-favour goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to leave Paris Saint-Germain immediately in order to save his stalling career. The French shot-stopper has lost his starting place to Matvey Safonov under Luis Enrique and is desperately struggling for regular minutes.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique praised Maghnes Akliouche's seamless adaptation and technical quality ahead of Saturday's Ligue 1 trip to Strasbourg. The Spanish coach highlighted the France international's versatility as PSG aim to break into the top three.
Luis Enrique has urged his Paris Saint-Germain players to find greater consistency despite their impressive 4-2 Champions League victory over Manchester City. The Spanish head coach admitted his side were fortunate not to throw away their commanding lead during a chaotic second half.