Messi like Batman, says Sampaoli

Sevilla boss Jorge Sampaoli believes that comparing players to Barcelona star Lionel Messi “is like comparing a great policeman to Batman.”

The 56-year-old was full of praise for his fellow countryman and reinstated his belief that the Barca star is the best player in world football.

"I've always said that to compare Messi with the rest is like comparing a great policeman to Batman,” Sampaoli told beIn Sports Espana.

Los Rojiblancos are currently one point off league leaders Real Madrid – who have played a game less – but sit a point clear of Barcelona in the top three in La Liga.

"I'm happy that Sevilla fans are enthusiastic," Sampaoli added.

"Our duty is for the fans to turn up on the pitch, especially at the Sanchez Pizjuan stadium, to be euphoric from start to finish. It would be a failure otherwise.

"I'm happy that Sevilla fans are pleased. It generates more responsibility as we will have to surpass 85 points and that is going to be very, very challenging.

"I know Real Madrid and Barcelona will do so and probably Atletico will come close. We are there now and need to assume our place and maintain ourselves up there as long as possible."

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