We missed this, man. We really did. And now he's back, scoring amazing goals that only Messi (and to an extent only Barcelona) can score.
Barcelona obliterated Roma 6-1 in his first start and second game back, and he tallied two goals and an assist. Luis Suarez also scored twice and Gerard Pique and Adriano also scored.
Messi's first goal since injuring his knee in September came after a build-up of 29 straight passes from Barca, a Champions League record.
Pure world class combination of @LuisSuarez9 @neymarjr and a world class finish by Messi WOW #BARROM pic.twitter.com/V0aIZT4p2l
— LION (@ALI_LFC_) November 24, 2015
His second goal was no less special, as it featured some amazing skill from neymar during the build-up, anthough the finish wasn't as nice as the first.
GOAL, Barcelona! Messi scores his second and Barcelona's fifth goal vs Roma. 5-0. @HeinekenSoccer #UCL https://t.co/iuE5klpVLy
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) November 24, 2015
Our boy Leo also provided the assist on Gerard Pique's goal, showing how much he missed the big fella by giving him a tap-in.
Another wonderful build-up from Barcelona, and Pique is on the end of it. @HeinekenSoccer #UCL WATCH: https://t.co/0b3L4JwpR2
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) November 24, 2015
After a long layoff, we are ready for somme more of that man with a ball at his feet.
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