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In the evening, after missing the team's training, Lionel Messi does not intend to rest and should play in the Primera's tenth round match against Celta Vigo. This was announced on Friday during a press conference by the head coach of Barcelona, Tito Vilanova.
The leader of the Catalan team received permission from the coach on Friday to skip practice and quickly went to the "USP Dexeus" hospital, where his girlfriend Antonella was about to give birth.
Yesterday, L. Messi officially announced that his chosen one successfully gave birth to their son. The newborn's name is already known - Thiago.
According to the head coach of Barcelona, even such a memorable event in a footballer's family will not disrupt the usual rhythm of L. Messi.
"It's not a big deal that Lionel didn't train on Friday. If there are no surprises, he will play in tomorrow's match against Celta Vigo," T. Vilanova confirmed.
The coach also mentioned that Gerard Pique, recovering from a leg injury, will still miss the match against Celta, but Isaac Cuenca, who is recovering from an injury, should soon return to the field.
