Messi primed to thwart Atletico’s title hopes
MADRID - Atletico Madrid can banish any lingering doubts about their title credentials when they host Barcelona on Saturday but will have to subdue a resurgent Lionel Messi if they are to vanquish the champions.
Diego Costa will be hoping to continue his impressive scoring run, while Messi (R) is looking to get back into his stride after two months out injured. Net photo