Lionel Messi gave huge advantage in Copa del Ray

Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi gave his team a major advantage in the Copa del Rey match against Atletico Madrid by scoring with just three minutes to go in the first leg.

As a result, Barcelona will be much more relaxed going into the second leg despite this tie being at the Vicente Calderon. The Catalan club will be looking to win the first title since 2012. This major trophy drought has been created due to several changes at the club over the last few years. Even now, they remain in an unbalanced state with speculation surrounding the future of manager Luis Enrique.

Reports of a fallout between Enrique and Messi have constantly been going around even though the duo have denied those rumours. Continue reading Lionel Messi gave huge advantage in Copa del Ray