Published 14:02 IST, November 6th 2019

Lionel Messi turns up in 'Crown Sweater' for Barcelona's UEFA CL match

Barcelona star Lionel Messi turned up to the Camp Nou in a 'King Sweater', leaving the fans in surprise and awe. The match with Slavia ended in a goalless draw.

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FC Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi surprised his fans when he turned up to Camp u stadium in a 'Crown Sweater'. LaLiga champions clashed against Slavia Prague in ir Group F match of UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, which ended in a goalless draw.

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Lionel Messi surprises FC Barcelona fans

Messi's apparel surprised fans as Argentine superstar dazzled in crown sweater in a video captured by a top American media outlet. It was a different sight for fans who do t get to see much of Messi's glittery side frequently. player was all smiling while he featured in front of media. However, match did t end according to Messi's expectations as Catalans were held to a goalless draw at ir own home ground. It was up to Messi to lift mood and he almost scored with a brilliant run from halfway line but his effort ended with a shot hitting crossbar.

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However, y remain unbeaten after picking up a point against Slavia Prague. Messi struck post and Czech keeper Kolar made a few great saves but result was probably a fair one seeing run of play. Slavia looked bright in attack too and Stanciu had an effort ruled out for offside just before break. A booking for Gerard Piqué means he will miss Dortmund game at Camp u on 27 vember.  

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Ernesto Valverde admitted that FC Barcelona players were upset after match. manr accepted that y haven't been convincing eir against Levante in LaLiga or against Slavia in Champions League and y kw that re is a lot of pressure w on team and y need to respond to it. 

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10:44 IST, November 6th 2019