PSG's Slow Start Doesn’t Worry Coach Luis Enrique Amid Contract Extension
By Editor • September 5, 2026 • 1 min read
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is facing an unexpected challenge at the beginning of the Ligue 1 season, marking their worst start in 19 years. Following a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Monaco on Friday, the team finds itself without a win after three matches. However, head coach Luis Enrique remains unfazed by the lack of early success, having recently secured a contract extension that lasts until 2030.
After the match, Enrique expressed confidence in his team’s performance, emphasizing that statistics could mislead perceptions of their gameplay. "How many shots on target did Monaco have? Two. How many goals? Two. We’ll see at the end of the season whether things balance out," he stated, highlighting the oddity of the outcome despite a strong first half from his squad.
Enrique pointed out that his players executed a commendable pressing game, suggesting that luck merely wasn’t on their side. He reiterated, “Monaco know that if they play against us like this 10 times, we win eight.” As they prepare to defend their Champions League title against Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday, Enrique sees their current standings as a motivational challenge. With only two points from their opening three matches, PSG sits seven points behind the league leaders, but the coach is determined to close the gap quickly.
Source: www.aljazeera.com
