Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique says the team wants to win everything this season. They have their first chance for a trophy on Wednesday in the UEFA Super Cup final against Aston Villa.
Last season, PSG won their second Champions League title in a row. They also claimed their fifth straight Ligue 1 title, the UEFA Super Cup, the French Champions’ Trophy, and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
Luis Enrique’s team will kick off their new campaign in Salzburg against Villa, who won the Europa League. “We have to show what our level is and that has to be shown on the pitch,” the Spaniard told reporters.
“We want to win everything and, if you look at history, it’s hard to win all the time. But that’s what we want to aim for.”
PSG won the Super Cup last year after a penalty shoot-out against Tottenham. They have a good record against English teams, including a memorable win over Aston Villa in the Champions League quarter-finals in 2024-2025.
“It’s difficult to ascertain how they’ll be after seeing only a few pre-season games,” Luis Enrique said about facing Unai Emery’s team. “We’ll see what sort of game it will be and what condition both sides will be in.”
“Each opponent we’ve faced over the last few years have shown how dangerous they can be. We’re happy about how we played. Our aim is to prove how unpredictable we can be.”
Paris has brought a strong squad to Austria. Winger Bradley Barcola is included, and there are rumors about a possible move to Liverpool for him.
However, recent signing Lucas Digne is not in the squad. This comes just two days after the France left-back left Villa Park to return to PSG.
“We shared a big hug yesterday. He congratulated me on all that I’ve accomplished at the club, and I did the same to him,” said captain Marquinhos. He was Digne’s teammate during the player’s first time at Parc des Princes from 2013-2016.
“He’s had a long journey back, but I’m so happy he’s back. I’m really happy he’s here. He’s a good guy and a good friend.”
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