The German manager guided his side to a big victory over Liverpool that puts them in pole position to reach the Champions League last 16
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi hailed Thomas Tuchel as "the best coach in the world" following the his side's Champions League win over Liverpool on Wednesday.
The Ligue 1 champions put themselves in a strong position to qualify for the last 16 with the victory, with goals from Juan Bernat and Neymar leaving PSG second in Group C with eight points from five matches.
Napoli currently lead the group with nine points while Liverpool sit third on six with those two set to face off in their final group stage match.
PSG, meanwhile, will face last-place Red Star Belgrade, knowing a win will see them through to the knockout stage.
Following an opening match loss to Liverpool, PSG appeared to be in a bit of trouble, but a 6-1 win over Red Star and two draws with Napoli helped vault the French side back towards qualification.
In the aftermath of Wednesday's victory, Al-Khelaifi says he is proud of his team's fight through the group stage and, in particular, the performance on Wednesday.
"Yes I'm very happy of the quality of our play," he told reporters.
"We showed our real face. Lots of people in the media were talking about our project and we showed the real face of the team. We're solid with a great coach. It's a great response for everybody.
"It was not easy, Liverpool is at a great level with some great players. Everybody has had a great match. Even the fans.
"For me Tuchel is the best coach in the world and he proved it today. We play every game to win the Champions League."
Thiago Silva also heaped praise on the manager, adding: "Our coach is amazing, it's a great answer for everyone."
Bernat opened the scoring for the French side, firing in the 13th minute following a deflection.
Neymar then doubled that lead in the 37th minute, becoming Brazil's all-time leading Champions League goalscorer in the process.
A James Milner penalty brought Liverpool back within one, but the Reds were never able to find that second goal as PSG held on to what turned out to be a vital Champions League win.
"We're very happy as we showed that we can rival with a team like Liverpool who has a great spirit. It was a great challenge," Tuchel said. "My players showed it. It's a great victory with a top display.
"You can't win without a great defense and team effort. We worked hard and the result is magnificent."
PSG return to league action against Bordeaux on Sunday as they look to maintain their 100 per cent record in Ligue 1 this season.
RealMd13
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Tuchel is the best coach in the world Pep: I dont know about that cuz I have won thIs THINg called The UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUe 2x TIMes and Tuchel hasnt sooo? Idk
pahbcorsy
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Mr. President, wait and see. Your coach always mistake. Your coach played on 4-3-2-1. This is wrong. Neymar always play on left wing position. Your coach played Neymer on mid field. Not correct it is. Cavani will play on mid field but Neymar & Mbappe always play on striking position if necessary. Cavani is not fit for international striking position. So please correct it. Neymar always play on left wing/striking position like as M. Salah.
Cheetahyeah
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Best coach in the word? let me tell you something psg have world class players, good budget and your claiming that Tuchel is the best coach in the world. coach like Klopp are the one that I can regard as de best, he help Liverpool from nothing to something without a good budget, with underrated players
29356899(deleted)
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Seems PSG are obsessed with the CL. Remember Liverpool are involved in a great competition call the Premier League Title. A competition where PSG maybe would not last too long in. Also remember the reverse game at Anfield where PSG were beaten by the same Liverpool. There are some great coaches in this highly competitive league. Liverpool has a great history in the CL. PSG do not.