PSG on the Brink of Champions League Glory Under Enrique's Leadership
In the UEFA Champions League final, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) face Inter Milan, with the young, cohesive side built under coach Luis Enrique standing between them and the coveted title. Enrique, inspired by nature and driven by personal tragedy, has led PSG to a formidable performance this season, fuelled by brilliant young talents such as 19-year-old Desire Doue and Georgian prodigy Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Enrique's appointment in July 2023 was a clear signal of a new era for PSG, as the club moved away from the superstar culture. Former Brazil midfielder Rai and French football expert Julien Laurens both praise Enrique's ability to build a more cohesive and effective team, with a focus on commitment and teamwork. Enrique's authority is absolute, a stark contrast to predecessors who struggled to impose their will on the superstar-filled dressing room.
PSG's new era truly began when they thrashed Manchester City 4-2 in Paris, with the young trio of Doue, Bradley Barcola, and Ousmane Dembele coming to prominence. Kvaratskhelia joined the squad in January, completing the jigsaw. Pat Nevin, a long-time Kvaratskhelia fan, lauds his ability to dribble, improvise, and break lines.
Measured by average age, PSG are the youngest side to have progressed beyond the play-off round in the Champions League this season. Their intense, high-pressing style is illustrated by the fact they rank first in the tournament this season for shot-ending high turnovers. This final will be a test of youth against experience, with Inter Milan's average age being the oldest among all teams involved in the tournament.
Source: BBC Sports Football
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