The match between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan in the Group phase of the Champions League has become the attention not only because of the competitive nature on the field but also of the dramas on the sidelines. Before the match, Marcus Thuram striker from Inter Milan was shocked when it was an eight saying, aimed at his former teammate Ousmane Dembélé and coach Luis Enrique from PSG. This declaration quickly spread on social networks, triggering a wave of controversy among the media and fans.
Thuram, who wore French teams like Guingamp and Monaco, seemed to want to arouse attention with a provocative discourse. Although the specific content of the sentence is not disclosed in detail, many people speculate that it is linked to the style of Enrique formation or the performance of Dembélé in the PSG shirt. This declaration would aim to heat the atmosphere before the match, but it has out of control, causing a reaction from the French team.
Shortly after, the coach of the French team, Didier Deschamps, replied. In a short but clear interview, Deschamps did not hesitate to criticize Thuram’s attitude, stressing that thoughtless statements could affect the solidarity of the national team. Deschamps’ response is described as strong and makes Thuram unable to maintain the attitude of difficult. A few hours later, the Inter Milan striker had publicly apologized on his personal page, admitting that his declaration was inappropriate and expressed his respect for Dembélé and Enrique.
This incident not only warmed the confrontation between PSG and Inter Milan, but also asked questions about professionalism in modern football. Some have suggested that Thuram deliberately used psychological tactics to put pressure on the opponent, but this movement has counterproduct, making him the center of criticism. Meanwhile, PSG fans are indignant, saying that Thuram’s actions are disrespectful about their team.
As for the Dembélé and Enrique, both chose to be silent in front of this scandal, focusing on the preparation of the match. On the ground, PSG has shown strong determination, while Inter Milan, despite the advantage at home, has faced great public pressure. This incident again shows that football is not only a battle on the field but also a psychological and communication match.
