Luis Enrique Praises Simeone Ahead of PSG vs. Atletico

Ahead of their first-ever Champions League meeting, Paris Saint-Germain's coach Luis Enrique praised Atletico Madrid's long-serving manager Diego Simeone, highlighting his impressive tenure of over 13 years. Both teams have experienced a rocky start to their campaigns, with PSG sitting 19th with four points and Atletico at 27th with three points, each having only one win from three matches. Enrique reflected on his past encounters with Simeone, noting a favorable record during his time at Barcelona, and expressed respect for Simeone's ability to maintain success at a top club. He emphasized the importance of the upcoming match for PSG, who have struggled offensively since losing Kylian Mbappe. Despite their mixed results, Enrique remains optimistic about improving both defense and attack as they prepare for the high-stakes clash. The game represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to regain momentum in the Champions League.