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This Saturday evening, Luis Enrique had a new surprise in his starting lineup. Facing Racing Club de Lens, the Paris Saint-Germain coach chose to start Matvey Safonov. However, Gianluigi Donnarumma was not injured.
So why did the Spanish technician make this choice? “I knew we would have a lot of difficulties due to Lens’ pressing. Very high pressure. Very strong duels where the only free player is the goalkeeper. I have a total obsession with the idea that all players can play. Safonov, Tenas and Donnarumma must be ready at all times”replied the former coach of La Roja at a press conference.
Safonov, a real competitor for Donnarumma?
Luis Enrique therefore sends the message that competition exists at the goalkeeper position. “If I want this to be the case for the goalkeepers, I want it to be the case for everyone else too, he warned. It’s my obsession and I work for it every day. Sometimes I succeed, sometimes I don’t. I like to see players ready. Today, Safonov has generated a certain superiority for us. He was very good, I think. It wasn’t easy for him either but I’m very happy with his performance. »
On Wednesday, PSG will host Atlético de Madrid on the fourth day of the Champions League. It would be very surprising if the Russian goalkeeper started again this meeting which already promises to be crucial for the Rouge et Bleu.
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