Messi believes Los Blancos have an insurmountable lead in Spanish top flight football and admitted defeat in pursuit of a fourth successive Primera Division title.
Talking to Radio La Red de http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 have a tall order in retaining the Spanish crown and it would be difficult to close down Real Madrid’s 10-point advantage.
The prolific attacker also took out time to praise Los Blancos for their efficient form in the Spanish league, but insisted that La Blaugrana will fight until the end.
"Realistically it is very difficult to regain ten points from Real Madrid," Messi said
"There are many points and they are showing that they are in fine form, not losing points and play very well. It is a big difference but we will fight to the end and wait to see if it runs in a game."
The 24-year-old also talked about the Portuguese duo, Jose Mourinho and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Pepe-c29670. The Real Madrid defender came under severe criticism for his alleged stamp on Messi’s hand; however, he later on apologized for his actions.
Messi admitted former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/FC-Porto-c39186 stopper’s apology calling him to apologize, and explained that such things are left behind on the football pitch and have no bearing afterwards.
"No matter, these things happen on the court and left behind when they finish games. "
As for Mourinho, Messi was full of praise for the self-proclaimed Special One. He stated that the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786 manager should be lauded for his work done with Real Madrid.
"We know how to handle Mourinho but look at what a great team he has at Real Madrid, full of great players and always play the big games. What matters is what happens on the court."
Under the tutelage of Jose Mourinho, the recent matches between Real Madrid and Barcelona have resulted in something akin to mass brawls.
With Barcelona boasting http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Javier-Mascherano-c18071 and Messi on their side and Real Madrid calling upon the services of Angel Di Maria and Gonzalo Higuain, the national setup of the Argentinean team has been affected.
However, the captain of the South American giants stated that there are no problems in the Albiceleste squad and the heated encounters have no bearing on their relationships when they are on international duty.
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