Trainer Thomas Tuchel of Paris Saint-Germain refused to lose his players on Sunday after the lost Champions League final against Bayern Munich (0-1) in Lisbon, even though, given the many possibilities, much more would have been possible for the Parisians.
Before and after the break, Kylian Mbappé and Neymar in particular had great chances of a hit, but the star players lacked sharpness in the completion. Bayern showed itself more effectively in Estádio da Luz and secured the victory by a hit by former PSG youth player Kingsley Coman.
“If we had scored the first goal, we would have won the game anyway”, Tuchel sighed. “But we can’t blame anyone for that. Neymar has played a great tournament and it’s a wonder that Mbappe was able to play at all this month after suffering an ankle injury.”
“We lacked effectiveness, but goalkeeper Manuel Neuer also scored fantastic. It was a fight and we gave everything. I also feel empty. The disappointment is present, but after four prizes and this Champions League final we have enough reason. to be proud. “
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The Paris Saint-Germain players failed to beat Bayern Munich. (Photo: Pro Shots)
‘Liverpool also lost a final first’
Paris Saint-Germain had a flawless season until the final battle against Bayern in Portugal, winning the French Supercup, the national title and winning both French cup tournaments (Coupe de la Ligue and Coupe de France).
By reaching the Champions League final, a long-cherished wish of the Qatari owners was fulfilled, but the unapproachable Bayern turned out to be a bridge too far. “We didn’t end the season as we imagined, but I’m proud of the team,” said captain Thiago Silva, who is leaving PSG.
“I think we’ve really taken a step forward. If you want to win important prizes, you have to go through these tough moments. I remember Liverpool lost a final before they won the Champions League. We have to keep thinking positively. . “
Midfielder Marquinhos is of the same opinion. “We are a young team that will find the way to the highest possible goal. We have to continue like this and play another Champions League final as soon as possible. And then we will win it.”
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