Messi: When Mascherano goes crazy, stay out of his way

Lionel Messi has revealed that it is best to avoid conversing with Barcelona and Argentina team-mate Javier Mascherano on certain days.

Mascherano has published a book, co-authored with Nicolas Miguelez, entitled The 15 Steps of Leadership , in which he talks about his career and motivations.

The book's preface was penned by four-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi, who opened up about the intensity of his club colleague and compatriot. . This posts are taken from the original authorized page. Authorized by the original author.

Bertrand wants to take advantage of Baines and Shaw injuries

Ryan Bertrand is hoping to establish himself as England's first choice left-back, but acknowledges there is a lot of competition for a regular role.

The Southampton man featured in defence as England secured their ninth win in as many games in Euro 2016 qualifying with a 2-0 triumph over Estonia on Friday.

With regular contenders for the left-back position Luke Shaw and Leighton Baines absent due to injury, Bertrand is hoping to seize the opportunity and stake his claim for a spot in the squad for next year's finals in France.

However, he admits there is a lot of competition and therefore can only focus on trying to provide performances of a consistently high standard.

"There are a few of us in there: myself, Luke, Leighton, [Kieran] Gibbs, even [Danny] Rose and Aaron Cresswell at West Ham," Bertrand said.

"There are a lot of us vying for that place. It's about putting in consistency and when we get the chance, we take it.
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