Luis Enrique omits senior Barcelona trio for Valencia clash

Dani Alves, Javier Mascherano and Claudio Bravo have all been left out of the Barcelona squad for tonight's Copa del Rey semi-final first-leg clash against Valencia.

It is not believed that any of the senior trio are injured; instead, head coach Luis Enrique has opted to rest them.

Lionel Messi has been included, though, despite having been seen limping during the 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid at the weekend.

Barca have won the competition a record 27 times, which is four more than any other side.