The ESPN FC crew discuss Barcelona's recent performances without Lionel Messi, and what they might need to do in order to perform well in his absence. Lionel Messi's absence for Barcelona has given Rayo Vallecano hope of winning their upcoming La Liga clash, according to midfielder Luis Farina. Messi, 28, is currently sidelined with a knee injury he sustained at the end of last month and is expected to keep him out for up to eight weeks. Barca's last outing prior to the international break saw them suffer a second loss of the season as they were beaten 2-1 by Sevilla. Farina is still expecting a tough test when Vallecano travel to the Camp Nou...