PSG Coach Luis Enrique Updates on Injured Players Ahead of Champions League Semi-Final Luis Enrique, head coach of Paris Saint-Germain, provided updates on the injuries of key players Nuno Mendes and Désiré Doué following their 2-0 victory over Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16 second leg at Anfield. The match, which saw PSG advance to the semi-finals, left both players sidelined after sustaining injuries during the encounter. Enrique assured fans that the injuries were not serious, though he emphasized the need for caution as the team prepares for the semi-final against either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid. Mendes, 23, and Doué, 20, were instrumental in PSG’s campaign, with Mendes contributing 14 matches and 2 goals, and Doué scoring 5 goals in 10 appearances in the Champions League this season. Their absence could pose a challenge for the team, particularly given the high-intensity nature of the upcoming semi-final. Enrique noted that the players’ conditions would be reassessed in the coming days, with medical tests scheduled to determine their readiness for the next phase of the competition. The victory over Liverpool marked a significant milestone for PSG, who had previously defeated the Reds 2-0 in the first leg. The win secured their place in the semi-finals, a testament to their resilience and tactical discipline under Enrique’s guidance. However, the coach acknowledged the physical toll of the competition, stating, “It’s normal to have problems when playing at this intensity. We’ll see tomorrow with the tests.” The context of the match was further highlighted by the league standings, with PSG leading Ligue 1 by a substantial margin. As of April 12, the team had accumulated 63 points, maintaining a 4-point lead over Lens in second place.#champions_league #paris_saint_germain #luis_enrique #nuno_mendes #desire_doue
