Messi ready to lead Barcelona to second straight win

Author: Web Desk

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi is up and ready to build upon the winning start to his career as the leader as the club faces a tough Real Valladolid away from home later today.

Messi made a winning start to his official league campaign when he scored a brace against Deportivo Alaves to lead Barcelona to a 3-0 win.

Also read: 4 reasons why Messi will be Barcelona’s greatest captain

The second league game of the season is a tricky one away from home against Valladolid, but the Argentina and his young team is up for the challenge.

The Blaugranas won the Spanish league last season comprehensively with just a single defeat and are now looking to defend their title against a Ronaldo-less Real Madrid and an ever-evolving Atletico Madrid.

Barcelona squad

Goalkeepers: Marc-André ter Stegen, Jokin Ezkieta

Defenders: Nélson Semedo, Gerard Piqué, Clément Lenglet, Jordi Alba, Samuel Umtiti

Midfielders: Ivan Rakitic, Sergio Busquets, Philippe Coutinho, Arthur, Sergi Roberto, Arturo Vidal

Forwards: Luis Suárez, Lionel Messi, Ousmane Dembélé, Malcom, Munir

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