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Lionel Messi believes that Barcelona can defeat Manchester United in the Champions League first leg match in Camp Nou if their fans support them. He stated in the press conference that they will play as a unified team and win the tie.
The Argentine international stated that he believes Barca can get the better of United tonight, as they feel confident in the dressing room and they will be playing unified to win the match. "We need to keep the ball and impose our rhythm, I am fine and really want to play 90 minutes now." He said that the league now appears to be very difficult and so, they will be playing for the season in these two games.
Messi v Ronaldo
When asked about the game between Cristiano Ronaldo and himself, he said that he feels no pressure and that it is a match between two great teams, not between two players alone.
"We have to think that we have a very good team, not just any one player." he said.
About United
He was full of praise for their opponents, "They are in good form and have some really good players, both these games will be every even." He added that his Argentine team-mate, Carlos Tevez is a striker who scores goals and works very hard.
"It is always great to play against a compatriot and even more special in a game like this." Messi said.
Written by Abhilash Manapatt
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