Luis Enrique defends substituting Ousmane Dembele at halftime of Rennes draw

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Luis Enrique defends substituting Ousmane Dembele at halftime of Rennes draw
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Luis Enrique substituted Ousmane Dembele at halftime during PSG's 2-2 draw against Rennes. The decision sparked discussion as PSG was trailing 2-0 before the break. Following the change, Ferran Torres scored twice, contributing to PSG's comeback. Enrique emphasized the need for players to remain competitive and avoid complacency. This match marked the opening game for PSG in the Ligue 1 season.

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  • PSG drew 2-2 with Rennes in their Ligue 1 season opener
  • Luis Enrique substituted Ousmane Dembele at halftime
  • Ferran Torres scored twice after coming on as a substitute
  • Enrique stresses importance of proving readiness and competitiveness
  • PSG came back from 2-0 down to secure the draw
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