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Strategist Pep Guardiola did not spare praise for Lionel Messi after the victory in the Spanish championship duel against Madrid's "Atletico."
The Argentine scored three goals and helped the team secure their 16th consecutive victory. This is a new league record.
"Without Messi, we wouldn't be who we are," said the specialist. "Without him, we would be a good team, but this is a big difference.
"All great teams in history had a special football player, and Messi is one of them - he stands out from the rest."
