Nagelsmann has respect for PSG, but nothing to fear. His Bayern started with an advantage in the open clash in the Champions League after a 0-1 first leg and gave his recipe to face his opponent in front of the media. Even if Neymar does not play, the German believes that things will not change much for a PSG who will try to exploit the gaps in the counterattack, with Mbappé coming to his best moment.
Strategy: “Not having Neymar there doesn’t change the scenario. We have to try to prevent Messi from controlling, spinning and filtering Mbappé’s career assists. Unlike the first leg, the Frenchman will play as a starter and we have a clear idea how he attacks with Leo. After all, we can’t pretend to defend all night. Sommer will also have responsibility as a goalkeeper.
Mané pointed to the bench: “He is getting better and better and has recovered a lot of work, but I honestly doubt that tomorrow he will start against PSG. We are glad to have you back. Sadio can decide the result from the bench.”
How to put pressure on PSG: “In defense they have a habitual pattern of behavior depending on the situation, although I don’t want to talk too much about it. We know how and when to press them but we also have to consider that if we are too aggressive, Mbappé will punish us in space”.
What you expect from PSG: “They need a goal to equalize the tie, where I expect a more attacking opponent than the clash at the Parc des Princes. Especially in the first half.”
Source: La Verdad
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