PSG head coach Luis Enrique and team captain Marquinhos are celebrating retaining the Champions League title after a hard-fought victory over the new Premier League champions, Arsenal. Following a thrilling final in Budapest, the Spanish tactician emphasized that this success is even more valuable than last year's. This is reported by Goal.com reports .
Although Kai Havertz opened the scoring to put Arsenal ahead during the match, PSG showed great character. Luis Enrique praised his players' mental resilience: "This year's victory is stronger than the last one because we knew how difficult the game against Arsenal would be. With the performance we showed throughout the season, we deserved this title," said the coach.
Team captain Marquinhos stated that winning the European crown twice in a row is proof that the team has reached a new level. The Brazilian defender addressed the fans, asking them to celebrate in an orderly manner in Paris. Young stars like Joao Neves and Desire Doue also expressed their happiness at entering the club's history and vowed to fight for a third title in the future.
The main time of the match was marked by intense struggle. Despite PSG having 75 percent possession, they struggled to break through the opponent's defense. Only after Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was brought down in the penalty area did Ousmane Dembele convert the spot-kick to restore balance. In the end, a penalty shootout secured another Champions League trophy for the Parisians.
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