If Messi was a goalkeeper, he would be called Ter Stegen

The shot-stopper also took on the role of task leader. Despite winning in Prague, the keeper spoke in front of the media without any fear affirming that the team must improve in certain aspects, above all in defence. Without mincing his words.

Ter Stegen has matured at Barcelona, in all aspects. He started as the backup to Bravo, and is currently considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world. The most complete of course.

No one posses the ball control he has with his feet, vital for a team like Barca. And the most important thing: he always shows up for the big games and when Barca need him. He demonstrated that once again against Slavia.

The Czech side had 17 shots and the German added to his repetoir of several key saves to keep the score in Barca's favour, who ended up winning 2-1.

No one doubted superlative importance of Messi to the team, but few value how essential Ter Stegen is. A keeper capable of saving games and self criticising in the most complicated moments.