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Yaya Toure Amazed by PSG's Masterclass After 6-1 Champions League Defeat

Yaya Toure Praises PSG as a Perfect Machine Following Heavy Defeat

Slovan Bratislava’s manager, Yaya Toure, was left impressed after his team suffered a 6-1 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League at the Parc des Princes. The former Ivory Coast midfielder called the reigning European champions a complete unit that dominates every part of the game.

Toure Reflects on the Match

Despite the harsh scoreline, Toure held no regrets for his players who faced a squad stacked with ten Ballon d'Or nominees. This match marked a milestone as Toure became the first African coach to lead a team in the Champions League group stage.

Admiration for Luis Enrique and PSG’s Squad

At his post-match press conference, Toure expressed admiration for PSG’s manager Luis Enrique and the cohesive squad he has built. He described the French side as a "machine" with flawless coordination between defense, midfield, and attack.

"I'd like to copy everything about this PSG. They're a machine—defense, midfield, attack, they're complete. You can't press them. They know each other well; it's not easy, they hurt you," said Toure.

Ousmane Dembele’s Impact

Toure was asked about Ousmane Dembele, who scored twice and assisted two more times, causing havoc for Slovan Bratislava. The manager joked about Dembele's form peaking at the worst possible moment for his side but acknowledged the winger's quality and the lesson his players gained facing such talent.

"Dembele? He's my disappointment tonight," Toure joked. "I saw his last two or three matches, and he wasn't in form, but tonight he really hurt us. He's a fantastic player."

A Historic Night for Toure and Slovan Bratislava

Although the loss was tough, Toure focused on the historic nature of the game as the first African coach in the Champions League proper. He emphasized the hard work needed to reach this level and predicted PSG would be serious contenders for the trophy once again.

Now, Slovan Bratislava will shift their focus to upcoming domestic league matches, hoping to apply lessons learned from their encounter with PSG.

"Paris is one of the best teams we will face," Toure concluded. "They respected us and played their hearts out."
  • Competition: 1. Liga
  • Team: Slovan Bratislava (SLB)
  • Date: 13 Sept 2026
  • Upcoming Match: vs Zilina (ZIL) at 19:00

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