7 players to watch out for in the Champions League this season

#1 Lionel Messi

Greatest of all time? Absolutely!

Lionel Messi continues to excel and remain the star of the show every season, as he has been the most consistent player across Europe for a few seasons now.

His presence on the flanks is a threat to any defender. He penetrates into the box with immense speed and is arguably the best finisher there is.

Leo's ability to score goals and create plays never seems to deteriorate. The 31-year-old ages like wine, just getting better and better with years passing by.

However, Barcelona and Messi have not have had the best of campaigns in the Champions League for a few seasons now. They have been out in the quarter-finals three times in a row in three years, which is a big reason to worry.

Well, this season, Messi and co have commenced their UCL season with a huge win over PSV, with a hattrick to Messi's name as well.