Terry - Messi's the greatest

Barcelona forward rated as the best of all time by Chelsea captain



Chelsea skipper John Terry has revealed he regards Lionel Messi as the greatest of all time - and that even his children love him.

Messi, 24, has again had every adjective used to describe his feats this term and has a staggering 58 goals from 50 games so far this term.The Blues will face Barcelona in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final in just under two weeks at Stamford Bridge.This clash will evoke memories of their 2009 game when they met at the same stage. Following that game Messi has gone on to cement his reputation as arguably the greatest player of all time.

While Terry's five-year old twins Georgie and Summer may be too young to recall that clash, they will have to decide whether to wear their Chelsea or Barca strips for this game - such is there love for the player."My kids love him," said Terry."It's a pleasure because when you finish and look back - and the guy's still going to be going strong - you've tested yourself against the best."And, quite clearly for me, he's the best ever. He's a great individual, a great person as well and a credit to the sport."For me, he's got everything. He is magical."

Terry - Messi's the greatest

Barcelona forward rated as the best of all time by Chelsea captain

Chelsea skipper John Terry has revealed he regards Lionel Messi as the greatest of all time - and that even his children love him.

Messi, 24, has again had every adjective used to describe his feats this term and has a staggering 58 goals from 50 games so far this term. The Blues will face Barcelona in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final in just under two weeks at Stamford Bridge. This clash will evoke memories of their 2009 game when they met at the same stage. Following that game Messi has gone on to cement his reputation as arguably the greatest player of all time.

While Terry's five-year old twins Georgie and Summer may be too young to recall that clash, they will have to decide whether to wear their Chelsea or Barca strips for this game - such is there love for the player. "My kids love him," said Terry. "It's a pleasure because when you finish and look back - and the guy's still going to be going strong - you've tested yourself against the best. "And, quite clearly for me, he's the best ever. He's a great individual, a great person as well and a credit to the sport. "For me, he's got everything. He is magical."

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Valencia last won a game at home on March 8th, defeating PSV 4-2 in the Europa League round of 16. On Sunday, the team drew with Levante 1-1 in the local derby. The hosts have only been held scoreless at Mestalla once this season, falling 0-1 to Real Sociedad in mid-January.

AZ enter the game having lost only twice in their last 11 games. The Dutch side have never won the competition. In seven Europa League away games this season, AZ have won just once.

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APOEL have finished the Regular season on third spot and are about to start the competition in the Championship Group compound by four teams. The Cyprus’ side have outplayed few of the strong European names, but they very well know that the upcoming challenge will be much bigger.We see a value supporting a tight match here considering the APOEL’s expected approach to the fight (defensive style).

Real Madrid have made too many mistakes lately and it should be the moment in which they would show quality. The forwards’ line seems more offensive than usual with Ronaldo, Benzema and Higain in the starting line- up.  The away results in the tournaments also show that. In Moscow the aggression of the Mourinho’s men significantly dropped after they had scored the first hit.

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Chelsea has won every home game in the Champions League this season. The Blues have scored 14 at Stamford bridge, while conceding just once, the least of anyone in the tournament. No English side has ever failed to progress from Europe after winning the first-leg away from home.

Benfica has failed to claim a victory against English opposition in its last five attempts. Argentine playmaker, Nicolas Gaitan has the joint most assists in the competition along with Real Madrid's Karim Benzema. The visitors have netted eight out of their 12 goals in the first-half, the highest proportion of any side in this season's tournament.

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Probable Line up:

Marseille (4-2-3-1): Bracigliano, Morel, N'koulou, Fanni, Azpilicueta, Mbia, Diarra, Ayew, Valbuena, Amalfitano, Brandao.

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Neuer, Rafinha, Boateng, Badstuber, Lahm, Kroos, Gustavo, Robben, Muller, Ribery, Gomez.

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Barcelona have not lost at home in Europe since October 2009, when they were defeated 2-1 by Rubin Kazan.  The first leg 0-0 draw with Milan marked the first time in 30 matches that Guardiola's men have been held scoreless in Europe. Should Messi score, he will break the record of 12 goals in a single Champions League campaign which he currently shares with Ruud van Nistelrooy. Lionel Messi is rated at 2.75 with 188Bet to score the first goal in this game.

AC Milan have an all-time record of four wins, five draws and five losses against Barcelona in European competition. Allegri's men have yet to win on their travels in the Champions League this season, claiming thee draws and one defeat. The Rossoneri defeated Barcelona 4-0 in the 1994 Champions League final in Athens.