#111Career AssistMemorable
“In a tense Copa del Rey semi-final locked at 0–0, Messi’s incisive pass to Fàbregas breaks Valencia’s resistance and produces the goal that ultimately sends Barcelona through, later standing as his 111th career assist and 24th of the season.”
Winning GoalKnockout Stage
Year2012
Copa del Rey#8
2011/12'#24
2012#373
Copa del Rey · SF2012-02-08 · 21:00:00
Barcelona2-0
Valencia1A
In a tense Copa del Rey semi-final, 24-year-old Messi extends his scoring run’s impact by turning creator, threading the key assist that helps Barcelona control the tie under knockout pressure.
Minute14'
Score
0-0→1-0
xG
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Impact
Winning Goal
Scorer: Cesc Fàbregas
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