Messi's ultimate Opposition XI: Line-up with players Leo faced the most in his career

Leo Messi's haters will tell you that the Argentine has managed to record so many goals and assist because he's been playing against nobodies in La Liga. However, when you take a look at the players Barcelona's captain has faced the most in his career, you'll see that the opposite is actually true.

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Players Messi has faced the most in his career:

• Sergio Ramos — 44 matches
• Diego Godin — 38
• Karim Benzema — 38
• Cristiano Ronaldo — 35
• Marcelo — 32
• Jesus Navas — 32
• Koke — 29
• Juanfran — 29
• Gabi — 28
• Raul Garcia — 28
• Gorka Iraizoz — 27