"We have to accept the difficulty; they play with a very physical and technical rhythm. They know how to defend and attack, so we'll have to be ready. My team won't take to the pitch calmly. The match isn't won in advance. Our objective is to win again. We have to be courageous. We want to be first. We need to monitor the atmosphere. I told the players it would be difficult."
"This year, our opponents are more motivated because we are the European champions. That's an extra motivation."
"I'm sure they'll put us under pressure from the start. I don't know how many scenarios we'll have. They're playing with our hearts. We have to keep going with what we're doing."
PSG have won four and lost one of five Champions League matches, with the sole defeat against Bayern Munich. Opta gives PSG a 14% chance to win the Champions League, behind Arsenal (22%) and Bayern (18%). Opponents show increased motivation to beat PSG as reigning European champions, demanding alertness from the first whistle. Athletic Club presents a physical, technical challenge with dynamic young players and strong fan support that creates a chameleon-like atmosphere. PSG must remain courageous, monitor the atmosphere, and produce strong performances to secure top group positions and further victories.
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