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Braithwaite: I don’t know if I’ve ever given two assists in a game before

Martin Braithwaite was a bit of a surprise name on the Barcelona teamsheet on Wednesday but came up with the goods, picking up two assists as the hosts ran out 3-0 winners against Elche.

The Dane produced a lovely flick to tee up Lionel Messi for the opening goal and also set up Jordi Alba to make it 3-0 before being replaced by Antoine Griezmann late on.

Braithwaite admitted after the game he’s not sure if he’s ever managed two assists in a game before but was happy to have contributed to the win.

“The change we had in the second half is important.