Celtic boss hails Messi as best ever after Barca wizard weaves magic

Celtic coach Brendan Rodgers hailed Barcelona's Lionel Messi as probably the greatest player in soccer history after the Argentine magician scored both goals in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Scottish champion.

Returning to the team after being sidelined with illness, Messi proved the difference as Barca comfortably took its place in the last 16 of Europe's premier club competition.

In another Group C match, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City booked its place in the Champions League last 16 with a 1-1 draw at Borussia Moenchengladbach as both teams finished with 10 men.