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WATCH: Messi hits an amazing hat-trick as Leganes secure vital points - the best of LaLiga Matchday 16

Lionel Messi hit the 35th hat-trick of his career this past weekend as Liga-leaders Barcelona swept past Real Mallorca at Camp Nou.

A five-star performance from the reigning champions also saw Luis Suarez and Antoine Griezmann on the scoresheet in a 5-2 win.

There was also a five-goal thriller at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque, with Oscar Rodriguez hitting a wonderful free-kick as Leganes secured a 3-2 win over Celta.

Elsewhere, Granada ended a five-game wait for a victory with an impressive showing against Alaves, securing a 3-0 victory inspired by Carlos Fernandez.

Click the image below to relive the excitement of Matchday 16 in La Liga.

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