Messi has a strong track record against Sevilla. The Argentine star has scored 30 goals against the club, provided nine assists and produced performances that will be remembered by the Barca fans for a long time to come.
In addition, the Barca striker has his eyes set on goalkeeper David Soria. Messi has scored against Palop, Beto, Sergio Rico and Javi Vara, but not David Soria, yet.
The Argentine forward has faced Sevilla 33 times, with a record of 24 wins, five draws and only four defeats. Although the 30-year-old has never scored a hat-trick against the Andalusian side at an away game.
In the Copa del Rey, Messi's Barca have come up against Sevilla on three occasions, notching two wins and one defeat. Messi did not score in any of the fixtures, but did provide two assists.
On Saturday night, the number 10 will have the chance to boost his numbers in a very special final for Ernesto Valverde, who would claim his first trophy as Barca coach if they can triumph at the Wanda Metropolitano.