Devotees of Paris Saint-Germain are mourning the tragic loss of their daughter.
Paris Saint-Germain Clinches Champions League Victory, Prompting Emotional Tribute from Coach Luis Enrique
Luis Enrique, the coach of Paris Saint-Germain, celebrated an emotional victory in the Champions League after the team's historic 5-0 win against Inter Milan. The triumph was particularly poignant for Enrique, who dedicated the win to his late daughter, Xana, who passed away in 2019 at the age of nine due to complications from a malignant bone tumor.
Immediately after the final whistle, PSG fans revealed a giant banner featuring Enrique and his daughter, causing the coach to become visibly emotional. The banner, which set the stage for an emotional post-game tribute, depicted the coach and his daughter smiling together. A Paris Saint-Germain flag adorned the display.
Enrique, who pulled out a black t-shirt with a drawing of him and his daughter on it, expressed his gratitude for the touching gesture. "Xana is always with us," he affirmed. "We always think of her, we love her. We carry her in our hearts forever."
This poignant tribute serves as a poignant reminder of Enrique's personal journey, which disrupts his professional life in 2019 when Xana was battling cancer. Determined to be there for his family throughout this challenging time, Enrique temporarily stepped down as coach of the Spanish national team. Despite her losses, Xana fought bravely for five months before succumbing to the disease.
Enrique's experience profoundly impacted his life and career, shaping his perspective on both football and life. He resumed his position as Spain's national team coach in November 2019, demonstrating his remarkable resilience and dedication to both his family and profession.
Remarking on Enrique's performance, former Dortmund player Achraf Hakimi praised his ability to find success despite the personal hardships he faced. "He's changed everything," Hakimi said. "He has a different way of seeing football. After all he's been through, it's great that he can experience this. He deserves it more than anyone."
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In the midst of his emotional tribute, Luis Enrique, the coach of Paris Saint-Germain, expressed his gratitude for the fans' touching gesture of unveiling a giant banner depicting himself and his daughter, as the team celebrated their Champions League victory. Amidst the celebration, Enrique recalled his personal journey that began in 2019 when he had to temporarily step down as coach of the Spanish national team due to his daughter's battle with cancer, reminding everyone that he and his team were not only French football champions, but champions in life as well.
