PSG set for Arsenal final as Enrique outlines plan
Nuno Mendes says he feels rested and relaxed, praises PSG’s mindset and motivation, but warns of a tough final against a high-level Arsenal and stresses staying focused from start to finish.
Ex-PSG striker Kevin Gameiro urges Paris to ‘bring the Cup back to Paris’, noting a win would mean back-to-back Champions Leagues and historic success for the club and French football.
Ousmane Dembélé calms fears after a minor scare vs Paris FC, saying he will be ready and ‘100%’ for the 30 May final, having stopped early to avoid risk after past injuries.
Senegal name their 2026 World Cup squad, with PSG’s 18-year-old forward Ibrahim Mbaye called up to face France, Norway and Iraq in the group stage.
Luis Enrique jokes about retiring by 60 but says he will continue if the desire remains, as he focuses on leading PSG to a Champions League win and staying committed to the project.
Juventus explore PSG’s Fabian Ruiz after cooling on Bernardo Silva, with talks linked to Randal Kolo Muani. They also consider Man City’s Mateo Kovacic as a midfield alternative.
Luis Enrique says PSG balance rest and intense training, stress discretion, and focus on pressure management before the 30 May final against Arsenal, claiming the squad are better prepared than in 2024.
Warren Zaïre-Emery says there are no favourites for the PSG versus Arsenal Champions League final, praises loyal fans, urges focus on minimising mistakes, and targets finishing the year by winning the final.
Fabian Ruiz hails PSG’s return to the final, respects Arsenal’s quality, and credits Luis Enrique’s detail-led prep, insisting a final is different from last season and will hinge on precision and control.
