Lionel Messi gave 'poker face' reaction after being nailed in tackle by Luka Modric

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Barcelona rival Lionel Messi.The Croatia hero helped Real Madrid into the Champions League quarter-finals with a stunning comeback win over PSG on Wednesday - with Messi cutting a forlorn figure.Kylian Mbappe's opener on the night meant the home side would need to score twice to force extra-time - but Karim Benzema shouldered responsibility with a 17 minute hat-trick.Messi's night was summed up by the aforementioned clash with a man two years his senior in Modric, who yet again proved himself to be one of the best in Europe.Looking to break following Benzema's first goal, Messi was met side-by-side by Modric who looked to end the counter-attack before it posed real danger.Although many might've accepted a booking after seeing who it was bringing the ball upfield, the 36-year-old bided his time until there was an opportunity to pounce.The former Spurs man then expertly slid the ball into touch while sending Messi flying - with many viewers spotting the reaction of Messi.Having bounced back to his feet, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner made sure not to show any signs of stress, with commentator Glenn Hoddle branding it his best "poker face". Who will win the Champions League this season?

Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionOne fan wrote on social media: "The reaction though...Both of them just stood up and start walking as nothing happened."With a second adding: "Total pure class and respect for each other."With a third saying: "This tackle was sooo clean, even Messi must have respected it."With a fourth concluding: "How can you not love Luka Modric?"With PSG once again crashing out early, questions have been asked about the future of Mauricio Pochettino amid links with a summer move to Manchester United.In terms.