In the aftermath of Paris Saint-Germain’s convincing 4-1 triumph against US Orléans in the Coupe de France, head coach Luis Enrique addressed the media, acknowledging Kylian Mbappé’s pivotal role in the team’s success. Mbappé showcased his brilliance by contributing to all four goals, scoring twice and providing two assists. The victory marked PSG’s near-flawless start to 2024, boasting four wins, 17 goals scored, and conceding only one.
Speaking to Le Parisien, Luis Enrique downplayed the team’s stellar performance, emphasizing the continuous pursuit of improvement. He stated, “We can do better. How? While working. This is the life of a PSG coach: we can only do better.” Despite the comprehensive win, Enrique maintained a focus on continuous development, highlighting the commitment required to maintain PSG’s high standards.
Kylian Mbappé’s Norm-defying Brilliance and Enrique’s Cautionary Tone
Kylian Mbappé once again stole the spotlight as the linchpin of PSG’s success against US Orléans. The French forward’s exceptional display, comprising two goals and two assists, drew praise from Luis Enrique. However, Enrique refrained from singling out individual performances, attributing the team’s potential challenge to external factors such as temperature and the opponent’s ability to push PSG to their limits.
Addressing Mbappé’s consistent excellence, Enrique remarked, “We are used to this but these are normal performances for Kylian Mbappé.” Despite Mbappé’s accustomed brilliance, the coach maintained a cautious tone, acknowledging the potential pitfalls that could arise, particularly against supposedly inferior opponents. Enrique’s measured approach reflected the high expectations PSG sets for itself.
Senny Mayulu’s Debut and Luis Enrique’s Optimism for Youth Development
In a noteworthy move, Luis Enrique handed 17-year-old Senny Mayulu his senior debut against US Orléans, and the young talent promptly justified the decision by scoring his first professional goal. Enrique expressed his satisfaction with Mayulu’s performance, praising the youngster’s versatility and goal-scoring ability. He emphasized the positive impact of utilizing young talents from the Campus, stating, “This is very good news for the team. We can make very good transfers but also use Campus players like Senny, Warren, Ethan, and many others.” The coach’s optimism hinted at PSG’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talents alongside making strategic transfers to strengthen the squad.
