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We have no plan for that — PSG boss Enrique makes shocking admission ahead of Arsenal clash

Luis Enrique head coach of PSG. || Image credit: Imago
PSG boss Luis Enrique has made a shocking revelation ahead of his side's UEFA Champions League semifinal clash against Arsenal.
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Luis Enrique has revealed that his team hasn't practiced defending set pieces ahead of their upcoming Champions League match against Arsenal.

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The Gunners are renowned for their expertise in set pieces, led by set-piece coach Nicolas Jover, and have scored numerous goals from corners and free kicks.

Since the 2021/22 season, Arsenal have been the highest-ranked Premier League club for goals from set pieces. Declan Rice's impressive free kicks in the quarter-finals against Real Madrid and Jakub Kiwior's headed goal from a free kick against Crystal Palace are recent examples of their proficiency.

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Arsenal players celebrate a goal in the 2024-25 season (Credit: Imago)
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Despite Arsenal's obvious strength from set-pieces, Enrique remains confident in his team's abilities.

"No, I haven’t planned to work on set pieces because I’ve known Arsenal for a very long time," he said via RMC Sport.

"We’ve already played them this season. The qualities and flaws that have gotten us this far are the same.

"We want to win every trophy by playing the way we play and defending the way we defend. No team in the world is perfect, and neither will we be."

Enrique's trust in his team's strengths and adaptability might just be put to the test against Arsenal's set piece threat.

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