Pochettino met with the press and talked about the upcoming game. He was very satisfied with the work of PSG’s squad.
Match against Barcelona
Mauricio said that he signed for PSG 40 days before but the game feels special already. The coach of PSG noted that the team is feeling proud and confident after the work they have done beforehand. Mauricio believes that special matches like this won’t happen all the time, so everyone has to enjoy it. Pochettino also praised the coach of Barcelona. He said that Koeman is doing a wonderful job as the manager of Barcelona. Keep in mind that Koeman is the main coach of Barca for more than 8 months. Mauricio admitted that Koeman’s football is taking shape in Barcelona after 8 months, so they are in really good shape.
Demonstrate true potential
Mauricio Pochettino said that the team is ready to demonstrate their desire and will to win at Nou Camp. He said that the team is ready mentally and physically for everything – for every type of outcome. PSG’s coach admitted that squad members are connected with each other and they want to see PSG succeed. Maurcio said that their main goal is to create identity behind every pass, movement and goal chance. PSG’s main target is to put their mark on modern football.
Health of Marco Verratti and Kylian Mbappe
Italian midfielder might miss the important game against Barcelona. All the odds could be against PSG because Neymar is absent. The team leader is out for next few weeks. It happened just before the match against Barca. Neymar might return in Spring and there is no exact date. Mauricio said that fitness coaches are looking after Verratti’s conditions. They will make a decision before the match. As for Kylian, Mauricio believes that Mbappe will be 100% fit for the game.