Lionel Messi may have just taken his career goals tally to an incredible 401, but Barcelona coach Luis Enrique claims there is more to his game than simply scoring. The Argentinian phenomenon netted twice during the Catalan's 6-0 thrashing of Granada on Saturday, but his manager has been equally impressed by his dedication to defending. ‘He’s an impressive player on every level because he can score and he can pass,' said Enrique. ‘He’s also a very determined player, and I think he’s also the No. 1 in terms of defending and dropping back. Lionel Messi has more to his game than just scoring and creating goals claims Barcelona boss Luis Enrique . Messi and forward partner Neymar (R) share a joke during training ahead of their Champions League clash . Messi took his career goals tally to 401 after scoring twice against Granada on Saturday . Barcelona coach Luis Enrique claims Messi's defensive work often gets overlooked . Dani Alves (C) gets away from Adriano (L) and Xavi (R) during a training ground exercise in France . Barcelona players prepare for their European fixture against big spending Paris Saint Germain . ‘Even though people talk much less about that part of his game, he’s also very good at it.’ Barcelona have started the season with six wins from seven games in all competitions without conceding a goal ahead of their Champions League clash with Paris Saint Germain on Tuesday. While Messi's five league goals are below his usual high standards, especially when arch rival Cristiano Ronaldo has already managed 12 for Real Madrid this season, teammate Jeremy Mathieu says that the 26-year-old has been having more of an impact on games. The Argentinian will be expected to provide the difference for the Catalans against PSG . Veteran midfielder Xavi controls the ball with his head during the final training session . (L-R) Munir El Haddadi, Sergi Roberto and  Neymar link hands during an innovative training exercise . French defender Jeremy Mathieu (L) claims Messi has been more influential despite scoring less . Messi and Neymar have been combining well together this season according to Mathieu . Neymar celebrates after scoring a hat-trick against Granada to make it six for the season . ‘Messi’s a bit different this season because he’s scoring less but is more influential in the game,' said the French defender. ‘Everyone knows about his qualities and he’s very important for us. He can create something out of nothing and win the match.’ While Messi has been struggling to get on the scoresheet, his forward partner Neymar appears to have adapted to life at the world's most prestigious club with six goals to his name, including a hat-trick against Granada. ‘They’re combining well together. But it’s important that the whole team combines well, not just two players,' added Mathieu.
Barcelona coach Luis Enrique says Lionel Messi is No 1 at defending .
Argentina captain reached 401 career goals with a brace against Granada .
Defender Jeremy Mathieu says Messi has been more influential despite scoring less by his standards this season .
Barcelona face Paris Saint Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday .
Lionel Messi may have just taken his career goals tally to an incredible 401, but Barcelona coach Luis Enrique claims there is more to his game than simply scoring. The Argentinian phenomenon netted twice during the Catalan's 6-0 thrashing of Granada on Saturday, but his manager has been equally impressed by his dedication to defending. ‘He’s an impressive player on every level because he can score and he can pass,' said Enrique. ‘He’s also a very determined player, and I think he’s also the No. 1 in terms of defending and dropping back. Lionel Messi has more to his game than just scoring and creating goals claims Barcelona boss Luis Enrique . Messi and forward partner Neymar (R) share a joke during training ahead of their Champions League clash . Messi took his career goals tally to 401 after scoring twice against Granada on Saturday . Barcelona coach Luis Enrique claims Messi's defensive work often gets overlooked . Dani Alves (C) gets away from Adriano (L) and Xavi (R) during a training ground exercise in France . Barcelona players prepare for their European fixture against big spending Paris Saint Germain . ‘Even though people talk much less about that part of his game, he’s also very good at it.’ Barcelona have started the season with six wins from seven games in all competitions without conceding a goal ahead of their Champions League clash with Paris Saint Germain on Tuesday. While Messi's five league goals are below his usual high standards, especially when arch rival Cristiano Ronaldo has already managed 12 for Real Madrid this season, teammate Jeremy Mathieu says that the 26-year-old has been having more of an impact on games. The Argentinian will be expected to provide the difference for the Catalans against PSG . Veteran midfielder Xavi controls the ball with his head during the final training session . (L-R) Munir El Haddadi, Sergi Roberto and  Neymar link hands during an innovative training exercise . French defender Jeremy Mathieu (L) claims Messi has been more influential despite scoring less . Messi and Neymar have been combining well together this season according to Mathieu . Neymar celebrates after scoring a hat-trick against Granada to make it six for the season . ‘Messi’s a bit different this season because he’s scoring less but is more influential in the game,' said the French defender. ‘Everyone knows about his qualities and he’s very important for us. He can create something out of nothing and win the match.’ While Messi has been struggling to get on the scoresheet, his forward partner Neymar appears to have adapted to life at the world's most prestigious club with six goals to his name, including a hat-trick against Granada. ‘They’re combining well together. But it’s important that the whole team combines well, not just two players,' added Mathieu.
Lionel Messi may have just taken his career goals he’s also the No. 1 in terms of defending and twice against Granada on Saturday . Barcelona coach Luis Enrique claims Messi's defensive work ahead of their Champions League clash with Paris Saint Germain on Tuesday. While Messi's five defender Jeremy Mathieu (L) claims Messi has been more influential despite scoring less . Messi and this season because he’s scoring less but is more