Paris Saint‑Germain consolidated their position in the European Premier League with a convincing victory over Strasbourg, 3‑1, thanks to Ousmane Dembélé's decisive second-half substitute. Spanish coach Luis Enrique praised the striker's impact, underlining how a single intervention can change the course of a match.
After the match, during the press conference, Luis Enrique explained the importance of the substitute players. In particular he spoke about Dembélé, saying: "I told him: 'If you play 25 minutes to make an assist and score a goal, you don't need to play more. That's enough.'" The striker, although he missed a penalty, was still recognized for his ability to transform the match with an assist and a goal in just a few minutes.
PSG have struggled with penalties this season, managing to convert just one of their four penalties. Luis Enrique admitted that the team needs a real specialist for this role, but reiterated that many players, including Vitinha and Ousmane, are ready to take responsibility for a set shot.
The coach also highlighted the importance of adapting during the season to achieve goals. “To get results and trophies, you have to play differently, in a special way,” he said. The win against Strasbourg shows that PSG's options are working, with Dembélé standing out as a key figure despite his penalty miss.
With this result, PSG continues to push towards the top of the European league table, while Luis Enrique remains focused on improving individual and collective performances to ensure they win trophies. The next challenge promises to be crucial to maintain the positive trend of the club.