PSG vs AS Monaco – Luis Enrique pre-match press conference
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With the calendar turning to 2025, PSG and their head coach Luis Enrique have wasted no time making headlines.
With a packed January schedule and a much-anticipated match against AS Monaco in the Trophee des Champions, the Parisian club has plenty on its plate.
However, what truly set the tone for their new year was an unprecedented press conference—held mid-flight at an altitude of 10,000 meters.
The conference wasn’t just a logistical novelty. It highlighted the club’s ambitions and gave a glimpse into their mindset for the year ahead.
The event was a metaphorical and literal high point for supporters and analysts, showcasing the confidence and determination of one of Europe’s most talked-about teams.
What does 2025 hold for PSG? Can the squad maintain its dominance across multiple competitions while navigating the pressures of the winter transfer market?
These are just some of the questions swirling around the club as they gear up for their first major challenge of the year.
Luis Enrique looks forward to an exciting 2025
On January 2, PSG resumed training before flying to Doha to kick off their Visit Qatar Tour 2025. This tour will culminate in their Trophee des Champions clash with AS Monaco.
According to Canal Supporters, during the flight, Luis Enrique addressed the press, exuding confidence and excitement.
“The year 2025 is very exciting; we have high expectations. We want the club to keep improving. Going to Doha feels like summer—it reminds us of the 2022 World Cup. Here, we feel at home,” Enrique said.
The coach also reflected on the grueling January schedule, with eight matches in just 24 days. Far from being daunted, Enrique framed it as a positive sign: “It’s wonderful. It means we’re still competing in all the tournaments.”
Luis Enrique acknowledged the possibility of squad adjustments with the winter transfer window now open.
However, he tempered expectations, noting the difficulty of securing top players mid-season. “We are always open to improving the team. Of course, if there’s a chance, we’ll pursue it, but it’s a tough task because great players are rarely available in winter,” he remarked.
PSG’s January fixtures will test their squad depth, particularly given the intense travel schedule. Let’s not forget that PSG delivered some brilliant moments last year, despite the challenges they faced along the way.
The club’s presence in Doha underscores its commitment to global visibility and partnerships, while the press conference at 10,000 meters serves as a bold statement.
🎙️ Live on Qatar Airways on the way to Doha 🔴🔵 https://t.co/ru6J7vjAyD
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) January 2, 2025
What’s next on PSG’s fixture list?
PSG’s 2025 schedule is shaping up to be a thrilling one.
Kicking off the year, the Rouge and Blue will face AS Monaco in a high-stakes clash for the Trophee des Champions final on Sunday, January 5th.
Following that, PSG will dive into Ligue 1 action, starting with matches against Saint-Etienne, Lens, and Reims later in the month.
In the Coupe de France, the Parisian squad is set to take on Espaly in the knockout stage.
Meanwhile, the Champions League heats up with PSG facing Manchester City in Matchday 7, followed by a showdown against Stuttgart in Matchday 8 at the end of January.
With so many tournaments on the horizon, doubts may arise, but PSG remains one of France’s top teams.
| Match | Competition | Date |
| PSG – AS Monaco | Trophee des Champions | 05/01/25 |
| PSG – Saint-Etienne | Ligue 1 | 12/01/25 |
| Espaly – PSG | Coupe de France | 15/01/25 |
| Lens – PSG | Ligue 1 | 18/01/25 |
| PSG – Manchester City | Champions League | 22/01/25 |
| PSG – Reims | Ligue 1 | 25/01/25 |
| Stuttgart – PSG | Champions League | 29/01/25 |
