Juan Mata insists Manchester United are ready for a meeting with Lionel Messi and Barcelona, with the Red Devils respecting their Champions League opponents rather than fearing them.
The Liga title holders are due at Old Trafford on Wednesday for the first leg of a heavyweight quarter-final clash.
Ernesto Valverde’s side have been in impressive form again this season, with their mercurial Argentine forward leading the way after blasting through the 40-goal barrier once more.
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United have been warned that trying to contain Messi is a thankless task, but Mata believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are capable of holding their own against Barcelona as a collective.