Messi's superb hat-trick prompts Betis fans to chant his name

Already in the second knockout round of the Champions League against Lyon Lionel Messi was outstanding with two goals and two assists. In the domestic league he tied seamlessly to his achievements in the premier class. The Argentinian scored a hat-trick in a 4-1 away win against Betis Sevilla. And every single hit was worth seeing.

Such a show impressed even the opposing fans. After Messi's third goal, the spectators rose at the Estadio Benito Villamarín and paid tribute to the superstar of Barcelona with a standing ovation. Even "Messi, Messi" chants were heard.

Messi was enthusiastic about the reaction of the Betis fans after the game: "I have never experienced that fans of the opponent have reacted so. I'm extremely grateful for that. "