Barcelona aren't team 'we want to be' after tough Valladolid win - Pique

Lionel Messi made just one of his two penatly opportunities, but that was all Barcelona needed to secure three points at Estadio José Zorrilla. Although Barcelona claimed yet another victory, Alejandro Moreno explains how a better team than Real Valladolid can give them big problems ahead. The guys respond to your tweets about the state of Newport County's pitch, which number 9 Barcelona should sign, potential rule changes and more. BARCELONA -- Gerard Pique said Barcelona were not the team they want to be after labouring to a 1-0 victory over Real Valladolid in La Liga on Saturday. Lionel Messi's first-half penalty -- his 30th goal in all competitions this season -- was the difference between the two sides at Camp Nou as Barca returned to winning ways after three draws in a row. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the 2018 FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check out the list. How Mourinho unravelled at Man United Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson. The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Messi missed a second penalty later in the game and Barca squandered a host of chances as they struggled to kill the game off. Pique said after the...

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