Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has fired back at critics of his team's thrilling 5-4 Champions League semi-final first-leg victory over Bayern Munich, delivering a blunt message that has sparked debate across the football world.

Speaking ahead of Saturday's Ligue 1 clash with Lorient, the Spanish tactician didn't hold back when asked about the backlash regarding the defensive display in Tuesday's nine-goal thriller. "It's like in life, there are opinions everywhere," Enrique said. "I also think it is not important to respect all opinions. If it is a crappy opinion, you don't have to respect it."

The match, which saw PSG take a slender advantage to Germany for next Wednesday's return leg, has divided pundits. Former Manchester United and England star Wayne Rooney was among those who criticized the defending on show, suggesting the game lacked tactical discipline despite its entertainment value.

But Enrique, whose side are chasing a domestic double alongside their European ambitions, defended the spectacle. "There are people who like football this way - that is the majority, and I am one of them too," he said. "But there are also people who do not like it like that."

With the second leg at the Allianz Arena looming, the stage is set for another epic encounter. For fans watching at home or in the stands, one thing is certain: this tie is far from over, and Enrique's PSG are ready to entertain - no matter what the critics say.