Riolo blasts Luis Enrique for defending Man City as PSG boss

In the heated RMC studio, Daniel Riolo could barely contain his anger when Luis Enrique, the Paris Saint-Germain manager, defended Manchester City amid a major financial‑fraud investigation. Riolo described the comments as "C’est proprement scandaleux" and warned that praising trophies won on the field ignored the alleged misconduct.

Enrique separates sport from scandal

Enrique argued that City’s recent silverware was earned on merit and urged fans to await the outcome of the sporting‑justice proceedings. He insisted that the club’s achievements should not be dismissed while the case unfolds.

Riolo demands accountability

Riolo countered that it is impossible to separate on‑field performance from the financial means that built the squad. He accused the Spanish coach of minimising the impact on rivals such as Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United, saying the remarks “crache à la gueule” of those clubs.

Quoting former English stars, Riolo noted that Steven Gerrard, Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher have all called for answers, adding that “many great players are standing up and saying: now we want to know”.

Broader implications for English football

The debate highlights the tension between sporting success and financial integrity in the Premier League, with Riolo insisting that any fraud investigation could reshape the competitive balance if proven.