The Dias PSG message: Ruben Dias says Manchester City are excited to measure themselves against Paris Saint-Germain in Wednesday’s Champions League meeting at the Etihad Stadium.
Ruben Dias training at Manchester City in April 2022. Archive photo, not from this week. Photo: Manchester City FC / Manchester City. Landscape crop.
His comments recognise the challenge posed by the European champions while reflecting City’s confidence after winning at Liverpool. Kick-off is at 8pm BST.
Dias PSG message welcomes a major test
The Dias PSG assessment described the visitors as the best team in Europe and said the match would give City a chance to assess themselves against that standard.
“It’s a massive game and everyone is excited for it.”
Speaking at his pre-match press conference, he said the players and supporters were looking forward to the challenge. It is a test he welcomes rather than one he wants City to avoid.
City bring confidence from Liverpool win
The Dias PSG confidence comes from a strong result: City beat Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield on Sunday through second-half goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku and Rayan Cherki.
Dias called it a special feeling to win in a difficult atmosphere. He also thanked the travelling supporters for staying behind the team.
The timing added to the satisfaction. Dias said the first match after an international break is always a difficult one, making the away victory particularly welcome.
Dias PSG challenge follows strong European starts
The Dias PSG meeting brings together two confident European starts. PSG began their latest Champions League campaign with a 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava. City opened with an away win against Porto.
The next meeting brings those teams together at the Etihad, with Dias eager to see how City compare. His comments convey belief without predicting the result.
Read the City v PSG preview for the viewing guide and build-up. The quotes are from City’s official Dias press-conference report.
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