3 Messi’s Rivals to Be La Liga Top Scorer

DBasia.news – The tight competition between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in LaLiga is just a history. CR7 officially moved to Juventus with 105 million euro price tag. The former Manchester United player signed four-year-contract worth 30 million euro each year.

Nine years of performing, Ronaldo and Messi were the top scorers of LaLiga. In the 2017-2018 season, Messi was leading by scoring 34 goals and 12 assists. Besides, La Pulga was the player with the high dribble and key passing.

The impressive record brought Barcelona to win the 2017-2018 LaLiga title. Meanwhile, Ronaldo played well in the Champions League by presenting Blancos the third consecutive title.

But, Messi is now by himself. Then, who will be the next rival of La Pulga in getting the LaLiga top scorer title? Here is the analysis:

Gareth Bale

Gareth Bale showed his improving performance after recovering from the injury. As a proof, the Wales national team player became the hero of Real Madrid during the Champions League final round by scoring two goals. Besides, Bale also presented a beautiful goal during the match versus Juventus in the International Champions Cup.

That’s right. During last season, Bale just stayed on the bench due to the injury. But after Cristiano Ronaldo joined Juventus, Bale is predicted to get more playing time.

For that reason, Bale might be Messi’s competitor in chasing the Pichichi trophy.

Antoine Griezmann

It’s not surprising seeing Griezmann in this list. He is one of the sharpest strikers though never won the LaLiga trophy.

Together with Diego Costa and Thomas Lemar, the winner of 2018 World Cup is predicted to be better. Moreover, Diego Simeone often gives him the freedom to play in any position.

With 19 goals and 9 assists of last season, Griezmann deserves the place equal to Messi in chasing the LaLiga top scorer hunting.

Luis Suarez

One of the best competitors for Messi is his teammate, Luis Suarez. The Uruguay national team striker showed a rocketing performance in LaLiga. Moreover, during the 2015-2016 season, his name was known as the top scorer.

Last season, Barcelona scored 99 goals. From that number, the former Liverpool player presented 25 goals and 12 assists.

Suarez is over the wind seeing Messi’s playing style and Barcelona’s formation. Strategically, Suarez is the key player, while La Pulga has the role to monitor every side.