BATE Borisov vs. Barcelona – Player Ratings for Barcelona
Victor Valdes – 7
Valdes was on his toes when BATE got the only chance of the game. He was able to pounce on Kezman’s shot on goal. Moreover, his distribution of the ball was simply phenomenal.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Daniel-c9879 Alves – 7
The Brazilian full back rarely went back to defend as Barcelona were threatening the BATE goal for most of the game. His offensive qualities were once again seen in the game as he mostly played as a right winger. His link up play with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lionel-Messi-c22296 was outstanding
and his crosses were quite threatening.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Carles-Puyol-c8331 – 7
The Barcelona captain showed why he was missed by his team. He dominated in the centre back role. His http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Job-c18684 was to take care of Kezman and the BATE striker was mostly silent during the game. He didn’t give away any possession.
Eric Abidal – 7.5
Abidal was quite phenomenal while playing in his favourite left back position. He was often seen moving up the flank but his final was simply not what the team needed. His work rate was simply phenomenal as he sprinted back in order to defend for the team.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Javier-Mascherano-c18071 – 7.5
The Argentinean midfielder played as a sweeper for Barcelona. Whenever it seemed as if BATE are going to enjoy some possession, Mascherano was there to clean the mess up for the Spanish Champions.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Thiago-c34888 Alcantara – 7
Alcantara was not at his best while playing against BATE. The young Spaniard often gave away possession in the midfield. However, he was able to shoot the ball from long range which was well saved by Gutor.
Xavi Hernandez – 8
He was one of the best players for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 on the night. Not only did he pull the strings throughout the game, he was also able to create a lot of chances.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Seydou-Keita-c33177 – 7
Keita was chosen by Josep Guardiola to play in the first team. He showed that he can retain possession in the midfield. The Malian midfielder was quick to move the ball around along with his fellow team members.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/David-Villa-c10629 – 7
He gave the BATE defenders a tough time on the left wing. Moreover, his constant pressing on the ball, caused BATE a lot of problems in terms of keeping possession. His efforts were well acknowledged when he scored a late goal to make the score line 0-5.
Lionel Messi – 9
The Argentinean deserved to equal Kubala’s record on the night. He was able to give a man of the match performance against BATE as he scored two goals. He troubled the BATE defensive lines time and time again.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Pedro-c29582 Rodriguez – 7
The Spaniard showed that he just doesn’t get tired by running on the ball. He was a constant threat to BATE’s defensive lines with his off-the-ball runs. He scored a goal on the night but was wasteful on two occasions in the second half.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Maxwell-c25051 – 5.5
Came on during the second half and didn’t do much to get noticed.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Adriano-c3773 – 5.5
Came on in the second half and helped Barcelona retain possession.
Cesc Fabregas – 7
He was introduced in the second half and was able to take control of the game. He came on to replace Xavi Hernandez and showed that he can replace the midfield maestro in the future.
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