The Greatest Footballer of All Time, Messi’s most iconic goals
The Greatest Footballer of All Time, Messi’s most iconic goals
Barcelona v Valencia (2010)
Messi received the ball on his right foot, moved it to his left to get away from the first defender, and a touch by a Valencia player enabled him to deceive a second defender. Finally, he outwitted the goalie by shooting the ball into the near post.
Argentina v Mexico (2007)
After being sent a pass that split Mexico's defence down the right, Messi controlled the ball with the outside of his left foot, then lofted a casual shot into the far corner.
Manchester United v Barcelona (2009)
In 2009, Messi achieved his first goal against an English team when he scored in the Champions League final against Manchester United.
Barcelona v Arsenal (2011)
In 2011, Messi set up a beautiful goal for himself against Arsenal in the Champions League.
Barcelona v Bayern Munich (2015)
Lionel Messi utterly humiliated Jerome Boateng in the Champions League.
Real Betis v Barcelona (2019)
Players on both sides of the pitch were astonished when Messi scored an extraordinary goal against Real Betis in 2019.
Barcelona v Athletic Bilbao (2015)
Like he had complete control over it, Messi manoeuvred around three opponents from Athletic Bilbao before entering the penalty box and effortlessly scoring a goal.
Real Madrid v Barcelona (2011)
Messi's goal for Barcelona against Real Madrid in the Champions League in 2011 is remembered as one of his most memorable moments.
Barcelona v Getafe (2007)
Messi's greatest goal to date is his 2007 run against Getafe, which has drawn comparisons to the legendary Diego Maradona goal from the 1986 World Cup.