Luis Enrique Declares PSG "Ready and Focused" for Bayern Clash Following Resolute Victory in Angers

Luis Enrique praises PSG's focus after a 3-0 win over Angers, declaring the French champions ready for their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 26, 2026, 12:41 PM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Ysscores

Luis Enrique Declares PSG "Ready and Focused" for Bayern Clash Following Resolute Victory in Angers - article image
Luis Enrique Declares PSG "Ready and Focused" for Bayern Clash Following Resolute Victory in Angers - article image

Maintaining Focus Amidst European Fever

Despite the mounting anticipation for their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain showed no signs of complacency in their domestic duties. On Saturday, the Ligue 1 leaders secured a convincing 3-0 victory at the Stade Raymond-Kopa against Angers SCO. Enrique described the result as a fair reflection of a "tough match," citing challenging weather conditions—specifically heavy sun and wind—that tested his players' concentration. The win, marked by a goal from Lucas Beraldo, keeps PSG firmly at the summit of the French championship as the season enters its final month.

An "Almost Perfect" Final Phase

Enrique was visibly satisfied with the current state of his squad, describing the final stage of the 2025–26 campaign as an exceptional period for the club. "We are performing well and playing the same way regardless of the personnel on the pitch," Enrique noted. He characterized the current moment as "almost perfect," highlighting the team's ability to maintain high performance levels across multiple competitions. For Enrique, the key has been a collective buy-in to his tactical philosophy, which has allowed PSG to dominate domestically while preparing for elite European opposition.

The Heavyweight Challenge: Facing Bayern Munich

The focus now shifts entirely to the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at the Parc des Princes on April 28. Enrique expressed a "great desire" to face Bayern Munich, whom he lauded as one of the best teams in Europe. However, the Spaniard struck a confident tone, reminding the press that PSG enters the tie as champions with a strong internal drive to succeed. He warned against the "trap" of starting the match too calmly, insisting that his side must bring the same intensity they showed in Angers to the European stage.

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