After the international break, Atleti play at home to Barcelona, when Suarez and Antoine Griezmann will be up against their former clubs. But while Suarez has enjoyed a superb start for Atletico, scoring five goals already, Griezmann continues to struggle in the shadow of Messi at Camp Nou. Messi had been rested by Ronald Koeman, but was thrown on with the game in the balance after Griezmann missed a penalty, before Betis’ Antonio Sanabria cancelled out Ousmane Dembele’s opener. Messi also gave a resounding answer to those suggesting his performances this season have been evidence of decline. Gloomy GriezmannDespite a lively opening half an hour, Griezmann missed a penalty before Messi scored his and Griezmann was eventually substituted, pictured sat in the stands with a gloomy expression while Barca romped to victory.

Source: Manila Times November 08, 2020 16:18 UTC