Mauricio Pochettino supported Lionel Messi despite his slow start to life in Ligue 1.
What did Pochettino say about Lionel Messi?
The manager insists he never doubted his star winger at PSG, saying after Sunday’s big performance that his fellow Argentine remains the best player in the world. Lionel got off to a slow start at Paris Saint-Germain, but the former Barcelona star shone in the win over Lille. Messi had a goal and an assist in a 5-1 triumph over last season’s Ligue 1 champions and Mauricio says it’s only a matter of time before Lionel really gets going.
Mauricio Pochettino said after the match that he had no doubt that Lionel Messi was the best player in the world. Like everyone, he needs time to adapt. He needed time to get back to his best physical shape after a month without playing due to Covid. According to Pochettino, it is important for Messi to show such involvement and commitment.
Meanwhile, Mbappe said things are starting to converge for Paris Saint-Germain on the refusal to confirm a summer move to Real Madrid. Kylian Mbappe said they keep trying to escalate the situation. Today it was much fuller, there was more movement, and more character as well.
According to Mbappe, his decision has not been made. Mbappe thinks playing against Real Madrid changes a lot. Even though Kylian can do whatever he wants right now, he’s not going to go and talk to the enemy or do things like that. Mbappe says he’s focused on beating Real Madrid, trying to turn things around and then they’ll see what happens.
Messi’s activities at Paris Saint-Germain
With Sunday’s goal, Lionel has now scored twice in Ligue 1, although he has six goals in all competitions to his credit. The Argentine has seen life slow down in Ligue 1 due to injuries and a positive Covid test, but that hasn’t slowed down Paris Saint-Germain as they sit at the top of Ligue 1 with 13 points to lead through 26 games. They are also still in the Champions League, where Paris Saint-Germain will face former Lionel’s rivals Real Madrid in the 16th round.