Found September 23, 2009 on Deuce of Davenport: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Lionel Messi

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Five goals in three league games. Barcelona's Lionel Messi is off to a slow start in La Liga. Check out his goal against Racing Santander on Tuesday night.

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