PSG coach Luis Enrique calls Arsenal's final goal 'lucky'

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique attributed Arsenal's early goal in the Champions League final to luck, a moment that he felt intensified the challenge for his team. Despite the setback, PSG ultimately triumphed over Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest.

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I think the match started in the best way for them. They scored a goal out of luck.

Arsenal had taken a sixth-minute lead through Kai Havertz, but Ousmane Dembele equalized for PSG with a second-half penalty. Enrique acknowledged Arsenal's strong physical game and organized defense, which made it difficult for PSG to penetrate. "We are used to attacking teams that put many players behind the ball. However, Arsenal are very strong physically and always try to take advantage of every situation. That made the match very difficult," he told TNT Sports.

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After that, the pressure was on them because they knew how to defend. The match was very difficult.

Enrique felt PSG deserved to equalize in normal time and expressed immense happiness at winning the trophy. This victory marks PSG's second consecutive Champions League title, a feat previously achieved by Real Madrid in the Champions League era. It is also Enrique's third Champions League title as a coach.

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I think we deserved to equalize and in the end, we are very happy to win this trophy.

Despite his success, Enrique rejected the "legend" label, stating he still has room for improvement and aims for four titles. He also congratulated Arsenal on their performance. PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi lauded Enrique as the "best coach in the world," expressing optimism about his continued presence at the club despite ongoing contract negotiations.

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Legend? I'm not interested in that. I only have three titles, so I still have to improve. I would be happy if I could win four titles.