Luis Enrique to reach even higher levels for PSG
Luis Enrique says PSG need to improve in preparation for their Ligue 1 opener against Rennes.
Luis Enrique to reach higher levels for PSG
According to Soccernews.
Background
Luis Enrique is looking to improve the team's performance as PSG aim to reach higher levels. PSG are looking to improve their squad's performance based on the improvements they have seen in training as they aim to return to winning ways in Ligue 1.
Why this matters
Luis Enrique says PSG still have room for improvement, boosting their hopes of success in Ligue 1. PSG won the Ligue 1 and Champions League trophies last season, but faced some challenges from Lens. This season, PSG will aim for more wins, strengthening their bid to stay top of the table at the end of the season.
Key Points
- Luis Enrique to reach higher levels for PSG.
- Luis Enrique says PSG need to improve in preparation for Ligue 1 opener against Rennes.
- Luis Enrique challenges PSG to raise levels further in pursuit of more silverware.
Luis Enrique believes Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) still have room for improvement but is looking ahead to the challenges of reaching higher levels. To open their Ligue 1 document against Rennes, PSG won the Super Cup this season, beating Aston Villa 2-1, and lifting the trophy for the second time. However, they lost in the Trophy des Champions against Lens. Last season, PSG lifted the Ligue 1 and Champions League trophies, but faced some challenges from Lens. PSG will once again be the front-runners to top the table at the end of this season, and Luis Enrique will be looking to achieve further success at the end of the 2026-27 campaign.
"We don't know what situation we're in now; it's difficult because of the first league matches," said Luis Enrique, in his press conference. "What I've seen in training this week is an improvement over last year. There's a chance that some players will be left out of the squad on match day, which would be very unfair.
"We want some more options. Players have to be very strategic about how they accept it.
“We are training, trying to improve every behavior and action.
"Currently, we have won the most important trophies, which gives a lot of motivation to other teams. We have to be careful to give the opponents provocations. This is our toughest challenge; the team has a chance to improve."
D-2, PSG returns to Ligue 1. PSG were due to start the 2026-27 season on home soil, but due to recent heatwaves, the playing surface at Parc des Princes has been deemed not to be in good enough condition. So, with the match currently set to take place at Rojon Park in Rennes, PSG are now trying to secure a return to their home ground for the return leg in March. But Luis Enrique assures that the change has not affected their production in any way.
"As is our routine. We have no question; before we do any competition, on or off, we do the same kind of preparation," he said. "We often change, but we have to adjust."
Rennes finished sixth last season, earning 59 points and securing their place in the Europa League.
Players to Watch
Rennes – Adrian Thomasson Adrian Thomasson could make his Ligue 1 debut at Rennes. He plans to play for his 13th straight title game; Only Marquinhos (14), Anthony Lopes (15) and Benjamin Andre (16) have had a longer streak at PSG.
Paris Saint-Germain – Lucas Digne Lucas Digne could make his 31st Ligue 1 appearance for PSG and his first since May 2015. He has played 394 games in Europe's top five leagues, the third most of all current defenders.
Competition lead: PSG win Rennes have won more games against PSG in Ligue 1 in the 21st century (W17 D9 L23) but PSG have won nine of their last 11 Ligue 1 season openers. PSG have conceded in their last 50 Ligue 1 domestic games, the longest streak in Europe's top five leagues.
Rennes have won their last three Ligue 1 season openers, but have won just one of their previous nine games (D3 L5).
The Breton club will start the Ligue 1 season away from home for the first time since 2020-21.
What happens next
PSG need to identify areas of improvement in the upcoming Ligue 1 matches. Luis Enrique is looking to improve the team's performance based on the improvements he has seen in training. In the future, PSG's aim to achieve more wins will help them to be the frontrunners to top the table at the end of their season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the result of the clash between PSG and Rennes?
PSG won the match against Rennes.
What is PSG's current table position?
PSG are the frontrunners to top Ligue 1.
When is PSG's next match?
PSG had to start the 2026-27 season on home soil.
What does Luis Enrique expect at PSG?
Luis Enrique believes PSG still have room for improvement.
Which trophies did PSG win last season?
PSG lifted the Ligue 1 and Champions League trophies last season.
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PSG மற்றும் Rennes அணியின் மோதலின் முடிவு என்ன?+
PSG, Rennes அணிக்கு எதிரான போட்டியில் வெற்றி பெற்றது.
PSG இன் தற்போதைய அட்டவணை நிலை என்ன?+
PSG, லிகில் 1 இல் முதலிடத்தில் இருப்பதற்கான முன்னணி அணியாக உள்ளது.
PSG இன் அடுத்த போட்டி எப்போது?+
PSG, 2026-27 பருவத்தை உள்ளூர் மண்ணில் தொடங்க வேண்டியிருந்தது.
லூயிஸ் என்ரிக்கே PSG இல் என்ன எதிர்பார்க்கிறார்?+
லூயிஸ் என்ரிக்கே, PSG இன்னும் மேம்படுத்த வேண்டிய இடங்கள் உள்ளன என நம்புகிறார்.
PSG கடந்த பருவத்தில் எந்த கோப்பைகளை வென்றது?+
PSG, கடந்த பருவத்தில் லிக் 1 மற்றும் சாம்பியன்ஸ் லீக் கோப்பைகளை மீட்டது.
What is the next fixture to watch?+
Fans should follow the involved clubs' upcoming schedules as coaches react to this result in their preparation.
