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The model pro who has outscored Ronaldo: Why Girona's Stuani could upset Messi and Suarez at Camp Nou

The hard-working forward has shared plenty of Uruguay call-ups with his more illustrious rival, but they will go head-to-head on Saturday at Camp Nou

Working on a shoestring budget and overshadowed by their gargantuan Catalan neighbours, Girona have turned heads in Spain this season with a thrilling first season in La Liga. Playing in the top flight for the first time in their 88-year history, the side have battled to a top-half position and remain with an outside chance of taking a spot in the Europa League for 2018-19.

It has been a fairytale for all involved with the club, but one man in particular has been responsible for the miraculous start to life at the top.