Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has set the football world alight with a brutal post-match assessment of one of Marseille’s key players, following Sunday night’s fiery Classique.
Despite Marseille sealing a narrow 1-0 victory at the Parc des Princes — a result celebrated wildly by their traveling fans — Enrique appeared far from impressed with the performance of the southern club’s standout man.
Speaking to reporters in his post-match press conference, the Spanish tactician pulled no punches:
> “He’s almost like a league two player, that’s how I look at him,” Enrique claimed. “You can see his effort, but in terms of quality and decision-making, it was poor.”
The remarks left journalists stunned, with many describing Enrique’s words as “surprisingly harsh,” especially considering the Marseille star has often been hailed as the heartbeat of Jean-Louis Gasset’s side this season.
The player in question, who was expected to shine on the biggest domestic stage, struggled to influence the game against PSG’s midfield dominance, and Enrique clearly seized on that performance to drive home his point.
A Win Overshadowed by Words
For Marseille, the 1-0 win was a statement result — their first league victory at the Parc des Princes in years. But instead of the focus being on their historic triumph, the post-match discussion has been hijacked by Enrique’s comments.
Fans of both clubs immediately took to social media, sparking fierce debate. Marseille supporters defended their talisman, arguing that his hard work and pressing were vital to frustrating PSG’s rhythm. PSG fans, on the other hand, gleefully echoed their manager’s sentiments, suggesting Enrique had “exposed the truth.”
Pressure on the Player
While Marseille celebrate the three points, their star man now faces mounting scrutiny. A player long considered indispensable to the team’s success is suddenly being measured against second-tier standards — a comparison that will sting.
For Enrique, the remarks may have been part of a psychological ploy, an attempt to undermine Marseille’s confidence ahead of a long season where the two clubs will inevitably battle again for supremacy.
But one thing is certain: in the aftermath of Le Classique, Marseille’s win isn’t the only talking point — Luis Enrique’s savage words are now at the heart of French football’s latest controversy.
