Messi stars for Barca; Inter return to Italy summit

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Barcelona are two points clear at the top of the La Liga table after crushing Real Valladolid 5-1.

Lionel Messi scored twice and grabbed two assists to set up the win for the defending champions.

Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid have slipped to third following their 1-1 draw with Deportivo Alaves.

In Italy's Serie A, Inter Milan are back at the top of the standings after beating Brescia 2-1.

However, Juventus can reclaim the number one spot if they beat Genoa on Wednesday.

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