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"Indescribable", "historical": The Parisians savor but (already) think only of the final

2020-08-18T22:01:02.272Z


Find the reactions of the Parisians after their historic qualification for the final of the Champions League.


Thiago Silva (PSG defender): “We have lived through difficult times. It wasn't always easy. We deserved to be in the final. I am very happy with my team. We didn't take a goal, that's good, because in front, we are very, very strong. It's historic, but there is still a game. I hope we can celebrate the victory on Sunday, I came in 2012 for that. Lyon or Bayern, whatever. We will wait (...) This season, we have regained the balance, with two players per position. Everyone is concerned, with incredible quality. Everyone knows that I want to end my career here at PSG. My heart will always be red and blue. ”

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Thomas Tuchel (PSG coach): “The team played well, with quality. It is deserved. I felt the pressure before the game, it was not easy. The players are used to these decisive matches. We defended well, with determination and the right state of mind. We had our game plan, we made our game. We have adapted to the opponent, yes, but not too much, it's our strength. The team showed their hunger. We are here to win. The final will be a great game for everyone. Football is for the supporters. We feel that they are with us. Lyon or Bayern, whatever. I will watch the game on Wednesday with the players and the staff. Bayern will be favorites, but it will be difficult against Lyon. ”

"Regardless of the opponent, our level does not drop"

Angel Di Maria

Angel Di Maria (PSG striker): “We are very happy. The team had a great game. We took the team to the final. It is an important meeting in the history of the club. If we play like in the semi-final, we will have a card to play. We played 100% and made our opponent weak. At kickoff it was 50-50. But thanks to our start to the match, things were easier. We have shown that the French championship was of a very good level, just like the German championship. I was very happy to find the team again. The group is very good. Regardless of the opponent, our level does not drop. It won't be easy to find sleep tonight with the final in mind! We are one step away from writing the history of the club. ”

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Sergio Rico (PSG goalkeeper): “I am very happy to have had the opportunity to play. It rewards daily work. There are no words to describe the emotion. We are happy, the players and the club. It is indescribable. We worked a lot in training, especially on the details. The superiority of PSG was total. We were above. We were well focused, it was difficult to stop. ”

"This victory is for our supporters"

Nasser Al Khelaifi

Nasser Al Khelaifi (president of PSG): “It is a magnificent and historic evening for the club. The players had a perfect game tonight. I am very proud of the players and the staff. We had a great game. It's a dream, but it must continue. We don't want to stop here. We deserve this trophy. We are very close to achieving our goal. There is one step left to get the trophy. We deserve it. I know the players will give their all in the final. The supporters are very important to us. They are not here with us, but this victory is for them. They had been waiting for a long time. It's for you tonight. ”

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Source: lefigaro

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