Luis Enrique devoted the victory of Paris Saint-Germain over Lens to the departing Presnel Kimpembe, who said goodbye to the Parc des Princes Faithful on Sunday.
PSG continued their perfect start to the Ligue 1 season, with the Bradley Barcola brace that sealed a routine 2-0 victory against Lens.
After the game, the supporters of home were given the opportunity to say goodbye to the long-term defender Kimpembe, who recently left the club for Qatar SC after winning eight Ligue 1 titles and the Champions League.
A huge Tifo was unraveled in honor of the ex-skiper, while he received an honorary guard and tribute from his former teammates, who wore shirts with the message ‘Merci Presko’.
“We know how difficult it can be to play in these games [after the international break]’Luis Enrique told reporters during his press conference after the game.
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“At the same time, we were able to devote this victory to Presnel Kimpembe. He has been an incredible player for the club for the supporters and his teammates.”
Kimpembe, who was accompanied by his three children on the field, cut an emotional figure after he had recently terminated his 20-year association with PSG.
He addressed the supporters and said: “It’s not easy for me today, but I wanted to say to you all, thanks for all the emotions you brought me in this club, and the values you brought in me.
“I spent years of madness with you. It is an honor for me to be here tonight. I would even say it is a victory because I have fought all those years.
“I am very proud that I have worn this sweater, to have respected his values.
“I am also very proud to have made you all happy, especially my family and especially my mother.”
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