Video: Lionel Messi ‘sent back to Argentina’ by Slavia Prague defender in Barcelona win

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Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi was given a taste of his own medicine in the Champions League last night. This Slavia Prague defender beat him with a lovely turn.

Slavia Prague defender David Hovorka stunned Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi in his side’s unfortunate 2-1 defeat against the Blaugrana last night.

The Czech Republican giants gave an exceptional account of themselves against the La Liga champions. An own goal prevented them from coming away with a historic draw.

Hovorka dropped the shoulder and pulled off a lovely Cruyff turn on Messi, fancy footwork for a centre-back.

Hovorka also got the better of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner when he made this exceptional tackle, his amazing reaction is what got fans talking.

Take a look at the Slavia star’s impressive turn below:

It’s not everyday that you see something like this.

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