Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique broke his collarbone in a cycling accident on Friday and is set to undergo surgery, the club announced. The 55-year-old Spaniard, an avid cyclist, guided PSG to their first Champions League title last season. The team has also started their Ligue 1 title defense with three consecutive wins.
In a statement, the club said: “Following a cycling accident on Friday, head coach Luis Enrique received emergency medical care and will have surgery for a fractured collarbone. The club offers its full support and wishes him a speedy recovery. Further updates will be provided in due course.”
Due to the international break, PSG’s next match is at home against Lens on September 14. Three days later, they begin their Champions League title defense by hosting Atalanta.
In another setback for the European champions, Ousmane Dembélé was forced off with an apparent right hamstring injury while playing for France in their World Cup qualifying win over Ukraine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of FAQs about Luis Enriques cycling accident designed to sound like questions from real fans
General Factual Questions
Q What happened to Luis Enrique
A He was involved in a cycling accident and broke his collarbone
Q When did the accident happen
A The accident was reported on
Q How did he break his collarbone
A He fell from his bicycle during a training ride
Q Is this a serious injury
A A broken collarbone is a common cycling injury Its painful and requires recovery time but it is not typically considered a longterm serious health threat
Q Has he had surgery
A Reports indicate he underwent successful surgery to repair the fracture
Impact on PSG The Team
Q Will he still be able to manage the team
A Yes He is expected to continue his managerial duties but will likely be limited in his physical presence on the training pitch initially He can direct sessions and matches from the sidelines or a booth
Q Who will take over training sessions while he recovers
A His assistant coaches will likely lead the practical onfield aspects of training under his direct instruction and game plan
Q Will this affect PSGs performance or tactics
A It shouldnt affect the teams tactics or game strategy as those are decided before matches The main impact is a temporary change in how he interacts with players during training
Q Has anything like this happened to a manager before
A Yes managers getting injured is rare but not unheard of For example other managers have had to miss games due to health issues or accidents
Recovery Timeline
Q How long is the recovery time for a broken collarbone
A Full recovery typically takes 6 to 8 weeks but he could return to most nonphysical duties within a couple of weeks postsurgery
Q Will he be on the sidelines for the next match
A Its possible he could be on the sidelines potentially wearing a sling or he may choose to observe from the stands to avoid any risk of contact
Broader Context
