Got rumored to be absent because of flu, the Barcelona coach, Pep
Guardiola Lionel Messi has remained lower against Osasuna in the first
leg 16 of the Copa del Rey, Thursday, January 5, 2012. In a match
which Barca won 4-0 , Messi came on for Pedro on the 59th minute.
"Messi did not feel well this morning, he suffered from abdominal pain
and fever, so I sent him home," said Guardiola was quoted as saying
Goal, Thursday, January 5, 2012. "I told him and watch the game, and
if he feels good he can play. He called me three hours before the game
and said he wanted to play, so I keep it on the bench, "he added. When
Messi came in, Barca was 2-0. Messi put Pep right decision. Argentina
international striker adds to Barca's advantage on 73 minutes. Messi
returned to the Camp Nou public rejoicing when returning guests tear
the nets in the 90th minute. Until the fight ended, the position has
not changed 4-0 to Barcelona victory. "The match was not finished, we
had a good game and I decided to play him 30 minutes and you know the
rest," said Guardiola. "After the break, the match is never easy, but
we went down to a good start. We say Messi to warm up and get ready to
compete. We have an incredible match, "he concluded. The second leg
match against Osasuna will take place on January 12, 2012.
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