Luis Enrique’s Unprecedented Record: PSG Has Forgotten Defeat
Luis Enrique has led Paris Saint-Germain to an impressive record, transforming the team into one of Europe’s strongest.
Paris Saint-Germain is experiencing its best season in recent years. The team has already secured the Ligue 1 title, reached the French Cup final, and is now in the UEFA Champions League semifinals. They will face Stade Reims in the French Cup final on May 24.
Although PSG has reached similar stages in Europe in the past, this time they have impressed with consistent and reliable performances. Enrique has built a team that is extremely difficult to defeat, setting a historic record with 39 consecutive unbeaten away matches in Ligue 1—breaking AC Milan’s previous record of 38 unbeaten away games between 1991 and 1993.
This dream season for PSG has been accompanied by remarkable statistics. They have not lost any domestic matches this season, with their only five defeats occurring in Europe: three in the group stage and playoffs to reach the round of 16, including a loss in the first leg against Liverpool (which was overturned at Anfield) and a loss in the second leg of the quarterfinals against Aston Villa (which was reversed in Paris). These results show PSG’s ability to recover from setbacks.
After Kylian Mbappé’s departure last summer, Enrique successfully implemented his playing style, proving the team does not rely solely on one superstar. PSG’s attack, now led by Ousmane Dembélé and featuring players like Bradley Barcola, Gonçalo Ramos, Désiré Doué, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia—all with strong goal contributions—has never been more cohesive.
Enrique’s strategy focuses on high pressing and defending near the opponent’s goal rather than deep defending. This approach has allowed PSG to recover the ball quickly near the opponent’s box, concede fewer goals, dominate possession, and score more.
Now, to cap off this brilliant season, they must first face Arsenal in the Champions League semifinals—with the first leg on April 29 in London and the return leg on May 7 in Paris. Meanwhile, their last four Ligue 1 matches are merely formalities, as they have already secured the title weeks ago.