PSG must remain ´positive´ despite Bayern defeat, says Luis Enrique

Luis Enrique said Paris Saint-Germain must stay positive ahead of their return to domestic action despite losing to Bayern Munich in the Champions League in midweek.

The Parisiens slumped to a 1-0 defeat at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday, falling to 25th place in the new 36-team standings and four points off the play-off places.

PSG have lost three of their five matches in the Champions League this season (W1 D1), their most defeats in a single group stage campaign in the competition since 2004-05 (three), the last time they failed to reach the knockout stages.

However, Luis Enrique did not want to dwell on his latest defeat, instead urging his players to continue their fine form in Ligue 1 on Saturday at home to Nantes.

“From what we saw, it was positive. We played against a contender for the final away from home,” Luis Enrique said.

“I liked what I saw, despite everything, there are always points to improve. But it’s important to stay positive.

“Bayern are one of the favourites to win the final. We applied the same pressure as usual. I tried to change things.

“I haven’t seen a team that has troubled them more than us this season.

“I feel confident. We should have nine points in the Champions League. I’m not hiding behind that. I liked what I saw in Munich. I’m very optimistic.”