Messi inspires Barcelona victory in 700th appearance
28 November 2019 |
8:12 am
Barcelona easily beat Borussia Dortmund at the Nou Camp with Messi inspiring his side to a 3-1 victory during his 700th appearance in a Barca shirt.
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