While United are hoping to find their way into the top four and remain there, PSG have their sights set on yet more glory in Ligue 1. The capital giants thumped Marseille 5-0 over the weekend, and have thus returned to the top of the table, ahead of surprise challengers Lens by two points.
Luis Enrique was left thrilled by the performance, telling reporters: “We played a better match in Lisbon (against Sporting CP in the UEFA Champions League). We played a better match, an incredible match, but there was the result (a 2-1 loss). We scored but we hit the post four times as well. We created a lot of chances. But over the course of the season, I remember better matches than this one. This match is very important for our confidence.
The PSG manager added, “It was almost perfect […] we are a consistent team. We showed the level of our players in a collective and individual way. It is the best moment of the season.”
And superstar Ousmane Dembele sent an ominous warning to their title rivals, adding: “We really wanted to play a great game and send a message; we’re back and we are ready to hunt after titles.
“I think we handled the start of the season well. Last year’s start was a lot more difficult. Important moments are coming up, be it in the league of the Champions League. We will also have RC Lens on our tails…”
Dembélé netted a brace in the 5-0 win, adding: “I am feeling better. I’m getting into a rhythm. I’m getting better and better.”