#8Career AssistMemorable
“At 0–0 in a Copa del Rey semi-final, Messi threads the move that finally unblocks tense Getafe resistance, timing his combination play so Xavi can arrive free and put Barcelona ahead, a breakthrough assist from a 19-year-old on his way to career assist No. 8.”
Knockout Stage
Year2007
Copa del Rey#1
2006/07'#2
2007#74
Copa del Rey · Semi-Final2007-04-18 · 21:00:00
5-2
Barcelona
Getafe
2G1A
In a Copa del Rey semi-final first leg, 19-year-old Messi delivered the night that turned hype into certainty. His Maradona-esque solo run from midfield wasn’t just a viral wondergoal—it headlined a brace and an assist that showed he could carry Barcelona on a knockout stage, not just decorate it. This match is often cited as the moment his legend truly took off on the big stage.
Minute17'
Score
0-0→1-0
xG
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Impact
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Scorer: Xavi
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