The encounter brings back memories of the UEFA Super Cup final in August, where PSG triumphed over Tottenham in a dramatic penalty shootout (2-2, 4-3 on penalties). Despite the victory and the trophy, PSG’s coach, Luis Enrique, has mixed feelings about that match, mainly due to his players’ fitness levels at the time, having only a week’s training under their belt.

Enrique reflects on the Super Cup finale

At a press conference held at PSG’s Campus on Tuesday, Luis Enrique expressed his thoughts on the past match. “It was a game played under unusual circumstances. A good memory because it ended well, but a bad one if I think back to the first 60 minutes where we struggled. We’re now better prepared to be a dominant team and win the match. However, if you analyze Tottenham individually, they have mostly international players, and it’s a strong team,” he stated.

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Kolo Muani and Xavi Simons return to Parc des Princes

This PSG-Tottenham matchup will also be a reunion for Randal Kolo Muani and Xavi Simons, who are returning to Parc des Princes. Kolo Muani, who was under Luis Enrique’s guidance from August 2023 to January 2025, never quite managed to solidify his position in the team or impress the Spanish coach.

During the press conference, Enrique shared his thoughts on his former player, Kolo Muani. “I can’t say much about Kolo Muani; he’s an international-level player of very high caliber. It’s challenging for many players to be significant in a team of this level. He has the potential to be vital in any team, but it’s tough to showcase that,” he remarked.

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