Real Betis 1-4 Barcelona: Report, Ratings & Reaction as Messi Hat-Trick Extends La Blaugrana's Lead

Lead A Lionel Messi hat-trick helped ​Barcelona move ten points clear of the La Liga chasing pack after a convincing and ruthless display over Real Betis at the Benito Villamarín Stadium. Despite a positive start from the hosts, it was the league leaders who struck first when Messi found the top corner with a stunning 20-yard free kick in the 18th minute. Betis refused to give up on their principles of passing football following Messi's goal, and they created a number of chances, but were made... Via All the latest breaking football news, transfer rumours, analysis, and match reports - 90min http://www.90min.com/