Luis Enrique Previews Barca-PSG at Montjuïc: Pedri, Ball Control, and a Memorable Return
In a pre-match press conference that has football fans buzzing, Luis Enrique returned to the city where he became a beloved figure to discuss the upcoming clash between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. The Spaniard spoke with calm confidence, centering his message on a single, pivotal idea: control the ball, control the game. “The key will be taking the ball away,” he said, acknowledging the challenge posed by a Barcelona midfield anchored by Pedri and Frenkie de Jong. “With Pedri and Frenkie de Jong, it sometimes seems almost impossible,” he added, hinting at the high bar the home side will set before the ball even drops.