Lionel Messi crowned his triumph in winning the Ballon d’Or this week by hitting a stunning hat-trick as FC Barcelona took a huge stride towards a place in the Copa del Rey semi finals with victory over Real Betis. The Argentinian paraded the award that he received on Monday in Zurich in front of the fans before the game in Camp Nou and then proved why he was voted as the best on the planet with a dazzling display against the second division leaders. Pedro and Seydou Keita added to the tally late on to ensure that the second leg will be extremely tough for Betis while Messi left the field to a standing ovation from the home fans. Goals: Messi (43′) Messi (62′) Messi (73′) Pedro (75′) Keita (83′) ‘SUBSCRIBE’ www.youtube.com