Barcelona’s Argentinian forward Lionel Messi (left) watches as Arsenal’s French defender Laurent Koscielny jumps to control the ball during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 1st leg football match between Arsenal and Barcelona at the Emirates Stadium in London on Wednesday. AFP PHOTO
LONDON: Lionel Messi left Arsenal spellbound as the Barcelona striker’s clinical double sealed a 2-0 last 16, first leg victory that put the Champions League holders firmly on course for the quarterfinals on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila).