Manager Abelardo set up his team to sit deep and defend with Wakaso part of a four-man midfield. He lasted the entire duration of the game, giving a positive account of himself.
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Mubarak Wakaso's Deportivo Alaves begin La Liga season with defeat at Barcelona
Wakaso and his teammates fought very hard but were undone by the brilliance of Lionel Messi who bagged a brace as the reigning champions claimed three points.
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However, his compatriot Patrick Twumasi, a summer signing from Astana, failed to make his debut as he was left on the bench.
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