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Phil Costa·23 April 2019
Lionel Messi benched as Barcelona take on Alavés
Lionel Messi benched as Barcelona take on Alavés | OneFootball
Lionel Messi has been rested ahead of Barcelona’s trip to Alavés on Tuesday.
The 31-year-old has been a standout performer under Ernesto Valverde this season, and is likely being saved for their Champions League semi-final against Liverpool.
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Elsewhere, Marc-André ter Stegen starts in goal, behind Nelson Semedo, Gerard Piqué, Samuel Umtiti and Sergi Roberto.
Sergio Busquets partners Arturo Vidal and Carles Aleña in midfield, with Ousmane Dembélé and Philippe Coutinho further forward.
Luis Suárez will lead the line.
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