Argentina forward Lionel Messi posted a photo of his kit ready and waiting before he scored a brace that helped Barcelona to a 3-0 win over Elche and a message saying: "Here we go! God wants it to be a great season".

Messi: "God wants it to be a great season"

The Argentine showed his eagerness to kick off the new season after the campaign just gone which did not go his way. 

Barça star did not fail as he started the season by scoring two goals against Elche.