PSG Aiming for Win, Not Specific Goal Margin, Says Enrique
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has downplayed the importance of scoring twice against Borussia Dortmund in their upcoming Champions League second leg. PSG finds themselves in a precarious position after losing the first leg 1-0 in Dortmund.
While overturning the deficit requires at least one goal, Enrique insists his team won't be fixated on scoring twice specifically. "The aim isn't to win by two goals, but to win," Enrique said in a press conference. "If you think you have to score two goals, that seems like a big target."
Enrique's comments suggest a focus on controlled aggression. "We just want to play and score," he continued. "If we score in the 89th minute, it will carry on. We don't need to score right away, we just want to win the game."
This approach emphasizes overall game management rather than a frantic search for an early goal. Enrique acknowledges the dangers of an unbalanced approach. "You could score twice in two minutes, but you could also concede a goal," he said. "We have to be 100% focused on attack and defense."
PSG will need a strong performance from all areas of the pitch to overcome the first-leg deficit. By prioritizing a win over a specific goal margin, Enrique seems to be advocating for a balanced and composed approach to the crucial Champions League encounter.