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Navas Dedicates Messi Penalty Save To Team-Mate Sergio Rico

Navas Dedicates Messi Penalty Save To Team-Mate Sergio Rico

Keylor Navas has dedicated his penalty save against Lionel Messi to club team-mate Sergio Rico following Paris Saint-Germain’s progression to the next round of the Champions League at the expense of Barcelona.

The Costa Rica international put up a dazzling man-of-the-match performance to help the Parisians record a 5-2 aggregate victory.

Navas made nine saves against the Catalonia giants, but the crucial one came on the cusp of halftime when referee Anthony Taylor awarded a penalty after a foul on Antoine Griezmann inside the area.

Messi stepped up to take the penalty but his effort was saved by the former Real Madrid goalkeeper as the game ended 1-1.

Speaking to the media after the game, Navas dedicated his penalty save to his team-mate Rico, who is said to be dealing with personal issues.

“It's always difficult, especially against Messi who shoots very well," the 34-year-old told RMC Sport.

"It gives a lot of joy to everyone. This penalty is for Sergio Rico who is going through difficult times with his family, it is for him."

 “It was a very great match from Barcelona, they pushed to the maximum. We were very motivated to continue in this competition, with this spirit.

“We have to be united for this competition, the squad has very clear aims in their head. This is what will help us to go far in this competition

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