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Messi delighted with first PSG goal: I'm still adapting to my new team

Lionel Messi admits he is still adapting to his new surroundings after scoring his first goal for PSG.

The Argentine, signed from Barcelona in the summer, scored in the 2-0 victory over Manchester City on Tuesday.

Speaking after the game, Messi said: "I hadn't been able to play recently and this was only my second game in this stadium. I'm adapting to my new team.

"The more we forwards play together the better our relationship will be. We all need to grow together and improve and keep giving our best.

"They were great opponents. It was very important for us to win the match after our draw against Brugge. I'm very happy to have scored."

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