Messi accepts Valverde's decision

Argentine striker Lionel Messi has praised the work of his coach in Barcelona, ​​Ernesto Valverde, and said that "it was clear from the start" that the players were able to adapt to his style quickly.

"Since the arrival of the new coach, it has been very clear from the beginning what we mean with the team, and we adapted quickly to what we were asking for, which was not very different from what we used to do," said Barghouth. "We are strong on the defensive. Skilled players can decide things. "

On Friday afternoon, Messi took part in an adidas sportswear event, one of his sponsors, organized to introduce new football shoes and to share some activities with children.

In his comments to the media, the star confirmed that the team led by Valverde had not changed much, compared to what they used to do in the past.

He said he was optimistic about the way Barça was heading this season, which he still competes with in all competitions.

"We have had a difficult experience and we have to compensate for the result (1-0 loss), it was not easy, we are happy with the way," Messi said. Things are going on. "

"We are happy because they are with us," said Philippe Coutinho and Colombian Yiri Mina.

"My goal is not to win individual titles, the goals are those that belong to the whole team, and we are on a good road," Messi said.

He added that he accepted "calm and normal" the comfort he received in some games, stressing that his participation or comfort the decision of the coach and they are talking in this regard.