The latest Champions League final provided European football fans with another dramatic, thrilling, and unforgettable night. Paris Saint-Germain faced Arsenal in the decisive match, showing character under immense pressure and securing the title via a penalty shootout.
The match ended 1-1 after regular and extra time. Both teams sought to execute their plans and styles, but the final was decided on penalties. The Parisians won 4-3, becoming Champions League winners for the second consecutive year.
After the match, PSG head coach Luis Enrique shared his thoughts on the victory and expressed his emotions openly. The Spanish manager noted that he felt a mix of great joy and exhaustion after a grueling season.
“I have mixed feelings. Excitement, exhaustion… Everything at once. But this is the best moment of the season. We are champions again, for the second year in a row, and it’s amazing,” said Enrique.
These words reflect the mental and physical pressure PSG endured this season. Winning the Champions League twice in a row is a massive achievement for any club, requiring not just talent, but strategy, discipline, and team unity.
Luis Enrique emphasized that PSG's victory was no accident. He believes the Parisian club deserved the trophy through their hard work, consistency, and the path they took to the final.
“We won the championship deservedly. Our fans deserved this throughout the season. We reached the final in a worthy manner. It was a very tough game,” the coach noted.
Indeed, the final was not easy. Arsenal showed they were well-prepared. The London club played actively, with discipline and confidence. Mikel Arteta's side tried to dictate the game in their preferred areas, posing a great challenge to PSG.
Enrique acknowledged the opponent's performance and congratulated Arsenal on their effort in the final. He felt that winning this match required immense effort from the Parisian club.
“I congratulate Arsenal, it really wasn't easy. They played a great game. It’s natural — they tried to take the game into the phases where they are strong,” he said.
PSG, for their part, sought to control the ball, maintain dominance in the midfield, and keep the opponent under pressure through active pressing. Luis Enrique emphasized that his team achieved the result by executing this plan.
“We aimed to control the ball and press actively. As a result, we won this trophy,” the Spanish manager added.
This victory is of special significance for Luis Enrique. He led PSG to the pinnacle of European football once again, demonstrating his skill in making big-game decisions and preparing the team mentally under pressure.
At the same time, the coach did not want to focus on being called a legendary manager. When asked, “Can you be called a legend now?”, Enrique gave a very short and precise answer.
“A legend? I’m not interested in that,” he said.
This response shows that Enrique’s focus is on team results rather than personal status or praise. For him, the most important thing is PSG’s victory, the players' hard work, and the joy brought to the fans.
The Parisian club proved once again that they are one of Europe's strongest teams. Arsenal fought well, but in the final, composure, preparation, and precision in the decisive moments were on PSG's side.
A new bright page has been written in PSG's history. And while Luis Enrique says he is not interested in the status of a legend, the results he has achieved with his team will surely be discussed by football fans for a long time.
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