Luis Enrique assesses Illia Zbarnyi's progress ahead of Champions League match

Assessment of defender's adaptation

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique spoke about the current state of Ukrainian defender Illia Zbarnyi during a press conference ahead of the Champions League league phase match. The Spanish specialist emphasised that in his second season at the French club, the Ukraine national team player has come to better understand his philosophy and demands.

Coach's comments

In response to journalists' questions, Enrique commented in detail on the development dynamics of his protégé. He noted that he is confident in the footballer's skill and his ability to play in defence without breaking the rules.

«I think I notice the progress of each player, and that is a positive thing. Zbarnyi is a very young footballer who already has a lot of experience at the same time; we are confident in his skill. He knows how to defend without breaking the rules. The first year is always not easy, but if you are talking about him and his second season, it means you have seen how he has improved. He plays an important role, but I hope he will become an even more significant player for us», – said Enrique.

Prospects and match details

The coach added that he expects Zbarnyi's level to continue growing, as the player is currently only 24 years old. The Villarreal – PSG match is scheduled for Tuesday, 3 November, and will kick off at 22:00 Kyiv time. A live broadcast of the encounter will be available on the "Megogo Football 5" channel.