Luis Enrique outlines strategy to contain Barcelona's Yamal in UCL clash
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 1:59 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Ahead of the upcoming UEFA Champions League match, Luis Enrique stated that Paris Saint-Germain plans to restrict the influence of Lamine Yamal from Barcelona by maintaining possession. The key focus will be on controlling the ball to limit Yamal's opportunities to impact the game. Both teams are preparing for what is expected to be a competitive fixture. The match's result could be pivotal in both teams' positions within the group stage.
- •Luis Enrique is head coach of Paris Saint-Germain.
- •Barcelona features young talent Lamine Yamal.
- •The match is part of the UEFA Champions League.
- •Controlling possession will be key for PSG.
- •The game is highly anticipated by both teams.
- 2:46 PMESPN Soccer — PSG Luis Enrique on stopping Barcelona: Keep ball away from Yamal
"Luis Enrique said Paris Saint-Germain will stop Lamine Yamal by not letting Barcelona have the ball when the two teams meet in a heavyweight UCL clash.
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