Messi nets 4 goals to help Barça extend lead at top of table

Argentine forward Lionel Messi scored four goals in Barcelona's 6-1 thrashing of Eibar, helping them extend the lead over Sevilla at the top of the table by five points. With the win, Barcelona extended their winning streak in the league to five matches. La Liga defending champions Real Madrid are currently placed 5th with eight points in four matches.