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Classics: FC Barcelona 4-1 Arsenal FC

Thursday, May 26, 2011

As Lionel Messi prepares for Saturday's UEFA Champions League final we revisit his magical performance against another English side last year – Manchester United FC be warned.

Classics: FC Barcelona 4-1 Arsenal FC
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