#390Career GoalMemorable
“Retaking the lead at 2–2, Messi meets Fàbregas’ pass with a difficult right-foot half-volley, catching it sweetly as it rises and driving it past Villarreal to secure the 3–2 win and his 390th career goal.”
VolleyWinning Goal
Year2014
La Liga#242
2013/14'#42
Body PartRight Foot
Shot TypeOpen Play
TechniqueHalf Volley
2014#506
La Liga2014-04-27 · 21:00:00
2-3
Villarreal
Barcelona
1G
Minute82'
Score
2-2→2-3
xG0.38
Impact
Winning Goal
Assist: Cesc Fàbregas
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