Koeman: “You have to have a magnifying glass to point out this offside”

Ronald Koeman assured that the team arrives at “an unbeatable moment” of morale and confidence to face the PSG tie.

Are you proud of how the team is responding in the league?

Definitely. The team is physically strong. In the first half we were a little uneven, but after 2-1 the team reacted very well. We went too far in the middle and without leaning on the ends. But we have shown quality and a lot of desire.

Did you say something to Ilaix after the mistake?

No not yet. You can always miss a pass, but a horizontal pass cannot be made. He is young and has to learn.

Does the team reach the best moment of the season in the tie against PSG?

We have the confidence to pass. They have their casualties and we have our casualties. We have to do things very well if we want to eliminate them. It is sure to be a wonderful match. They are strong, but so are we. We have to be more effective than ever at the top and very strong on defense. I see this tie quite even.

Did you see him complain a lot because the VAR annulled a goal by Messi for offside by Griezmann?

You have to have a magnifying glass to mark that offside. I will not say anything else. The only thing that has surprised me. Better not to talk more about the VAR because it is not the referee's fault. I have seen the image several times and for me it is not off the table. Everyone knows what to do. In the end we have won and it is the most important thing.

Riqui Puig thanked him for playing the ninety minutes …

It is improving many things. He always shows his confidence and puts his energy into it. He played a great game.

Are you worried about individual mistakes?

There are always individual mistakes, but the important thing is where you make the mistake.

How do you rate Trincao's performance?

He needed a period of adaptation and time. He is more confident every day. He still has to improve, but I see him more involved and focused.

Is the team's mood unbeatable?

If true. We are a team that creates many chances and that should give us a lot of confidence. But if I had all the players available it would be better.

With Messi, are you favorites against PSG?

He is very involved, I see him happy. It's easier for him if his teammates follow him. We need a Messi in his prime to eliminate PSG.