Lionel Messi is the "best player in history", according to his former Barcelona team-mate Xavi.
Mauricio Pochettino believes Barcelona are favourites to win a sixth Champions League title.
Luis Suarez is expected to be fit for Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Manchester United despite spraining his ankle.
Lionel Messi scored a brilliant hat-trick as Barcelona continued their march towards the La Liga title with a comprehensive 4-1 win over Real Betis.
Barca boss Ernesto Valverde admitted the brilliance of Lionel Messi transcends club rivalries after the Argentine received a standing ovation from Real Betis fans.
A round-up of the back pages from Europe, where Real Madrid estimate Eden Hazard's price and Juventus eye up Matthijs de Ligt.
All the latest transfer news from around Europe, with Inter Milan reportedly planning to sell several players in the summer.
Tottenham have been drawn against Manchester City in an all-English Champions League quarter-final tie, while Manchester United will face Barcelona.
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 28 | 46 | 66 |
| 2 | A Madrid | 28 | 20 | 56 |
| 3 | R Madrid | 28 | 17 | 54 |
| 4 | Getafe | 28 | 12 | 46 |
| 5 | Alaves | 28 | 0 | 44 |
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