Messi masterclass spells bad news for Real Madrid


Manchester City's Joe Hart saves from Barcelona's Lionel Messi Action Images via Reuters / Carl Recine

BARCELONA (Reuters) - Barcelona may have only beaten Manchester City by a slender margin but the way their Lionel Messi-inspired attack terrorised the Premier League champions' defence is an ominous sign for Real Madrid ahead of the 'El Clasico' on Sunday.

Barca sealed a Champions League last eight place with a 3-1 aggregate triumph following Wednesday's 1-0 win but some sloppy finishing and an inspired performance from City keeper Joe Hart kept the winning margin down to a respectable level.

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