Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique hailed Maghnes Akliouche as a "Swiss Army Knife" following the French champions' rout of Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 league phase on October 31, 2026. The tactical masterstroke deployed by Enrique saw Akliouche play a pivotal role in the victory at the Etihad Stadium.
The match, part of Matchday 2 in the new Champions League format, showcased Enrique's tactical flexibility with Akliouche's versatility proving decisive. The Spanish coach's post-match comments highlighted the player's adaptability across multiple positions as a key factor in PSG's dominant performance.
