Barcelona are leaders of La Liga and are virtual champions after a huge win over Atlético Madrid last week. But on Saturday night they have to answer one final question this season: can they win without Lionel Messi?
The Barça superstar has withdrawn from the matchday squad on Saturday morning for what the club calls “personal reasons”. There are many reports that his third son was born today, so it’s more than acceptable that Leo decides to miss a game to take care of baby boy Ciro.
Plus, Barça face the worst team in the league tonight.