As well as getting on the scoresheet, Leo Messi also provided the most notable defensive contribution of the night. The Argentine sprinted flat out to prevent Kun Agüero from bearing down on Víctor Valdés’ goal, going shoulder to shoulder with his compatriot and whipping the ball away with his left foot. His efforts earned him a rousing ovation from the Camp Nou crowd who had turned out for the Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City.
