Before their Club World Cup match, PSG players were seen barefoot on the pitch—a grounding ritual introduced by coach Luis Enrique. Known as “earthing,” the technique is said to enhance mental focus. Despite the odd start, PSG defeated Atlético Madrid and moved one step closer to a historic quadruple.
00:00Ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup opener, Paris Saint-Germain players were seen walking barefoot across the grass.
00:06It wasn't part of a warm-up drill. It was a grounding technique introduced by head coach Luis Enrique, also known as earthing.
00:12The method involves direct contact with the ground to absorb the earth's natural energy, while it's rooted in alternative science.
00:18Some believe it helps reduce stress and improve mental focus.
00:22The players looked puzzled but followed the lead.
00:24PSG went on to dominate Atletico Madrid at the Rose Bowl, continuing their quest for a quadruple.
00:29With Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the Champions League already in hand, maybe Luis Enrique's barefoot strategy is just crazy enough to keep working.