#265Career GoalMemorable
“With Barcelona suddenly pegged back at 1–1 away to Levante, Messi calmly converts the pressure penalty to restore the lead and keep his scorching 2011–12 scoring run rolling toward his 160th La Liga goal and 68th of the season.”
Winning Goal
Year2012
La Liga#160
2011/12'#68
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Shot TypePenalty
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2012#389
La Liga2012-04-14 · 22:00:00
Levante1-2
Barcelona2G
A decisive brace, including a nerveless late penalty, turns a tight league trip to Levante into a Barcelona win, with Messi driving play for 90 minutes and taking Man of the Match as he keeps his hot scoring streak alive.
Minute73'
Score
1-1→1-2
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