'Messi is the centrepiece of our success.' FC Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde
Barcelona's forward Messi during the Spanish league football match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona The 31-year-old Argentinian has been the key to Barcelona's success ever since he made his debut, but more and more this season he has been rested.
"We wanted to clinch the Spanish league title, but at the same time we also wanted to make sure he was prepared for this tie. I think I've probably got the balance right." "Messi is the centrepiece of our success," Valverde said after Barcelona won the league. "Obviously, since he arrived the club has won numerous titles. If there's a player above everyone else, it's him. He sets our style and his level of competitiveness improves everyone.
Messi also didn't start in the previous league match, against Alaves, entering the game with about 30 minutes left to help the team hold on to a 2-0 win.
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