FC Barcelona vs Real Madrid: 5 players who can change the tie in a blink of an eye

#1 Lionel Messi

FC Barcelona v Valencia CF - La Liga

It is truly sensational that Lionel Messi has been involved in at least one goal in the last 16 matches in the La Liga. The last time he played and wasn't involved in a goal was September, and he showcased his magic once again last weekend as Barcelona salvaged a point against Valencia after going 2-0 down.

As is the norm, Leo Messi was instrumental in Barcelona's Copa Del Rey matches, helping them overcome teams like Sevilla. Although he is in the squad, it is unclear whether Ernesto Valverde will use him, as Leo Messi picked up a knock in the last game which seems to be a minor obstacle.

Lionel Messi has been involved in 46 goals this season in just 27 games. That's 47.4 % of Barcelona’s total goals this campaign.That's astonishing. pic.twitter.com/qhVcTmXyi3

— FourFourTweet (@FourFourTweet) February 4, 2019

Although the Catalan giants humiliated Real Madrid even when Leo Messi was absent in the last 'El Clasico', Leo Messi's presence poses the greatest threat to any opposition. We are all familiar with Leo Messi's exploits over the years against Real Madrid and it is crystal clear that he will pose the biggest threat to Real Madrid's hopes on the pitch.