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20.12.2009 11:54

Barça deliver late show again

Roger Bogunyà (enviat especial)

FC Barcelona’s victory in Abu Dhabi evoked memories of the team’s wins against Chelsea and Shakhtar Donetsk earlier in the year.

Once again there proved to be a dramatic late winner as Lionel Messi stooped to chest home the winning goal to give the Blaurgana victory in the FIFA World Club Cup.

Late goals

Against Chelsea in London last term Andrés Iniesta struck in the 88th minute to book a place in the Champions League final for Barça while the win in Monaco in August did not come until Pedro’s effort in extra time saw off Shakhtar.

Pedro entrance

Pep Guardiola was able to rotate his squad after Seydou Keita after the Mali midfielder picked up a knock that led to Pedro being introduced and he netted an equalizer just two minutes before the end of normal time to add to the drama.