Cuenca denies Messi rift

Barcelona forward Isaac Cuenca said he does not have a problem with Lionel Messi berating him during matches.

The Argentine star has been seen voicing his frustration at some of his younger colleagues, including Cuenca ad Cristian Tello, during the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final at AC Milan.

But the Spain Under-21 star feels that players reacting emotionally during matches is all part of the game.

“I think it’s only normal that we get a bit angry with each other occasionally. Well, that we correct each other to be more precise, rather than being angry,” Cuenca told AS.

“It helps us to continue to improve and keep an eye on our team-mates to give a pass that we otherwise wouldn’t have seen the opportunity for.

“It’s normal to get a bit frustrated when you are running and waiting for a pass, and the other guy doesn’t see you.”

Barcelona are currently preparing for the La Liga game away against Real Zaragoza on Saturday.