#451Career GoalLegendary
“Against Bayern Munich in a tense Champions League semi-final locked at 0–0, Messi finally breaks the deadlock from a Dani Alves assist, igniting Barcelona’s 3–0 first-leg win and pushing his career tally to 451 goals.”
Knockout Stage
Year2015
UCL#76
2014/15'#55
Body PartLeft Foot
Shot TypeOpen Play
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2015#573
UCL · Semi-Final · 1st Leg2015-05-06 · 20:45:00
3-0
Barcelona
Bayern Munich
2G1A
Against Guardiola’s Bayern in a Champions League semi-final, Messi produced one of the most iconic performances of his career, shredding an elite defense on the biggest stage. His two late goals — capped by the ankle-breaking dribble and chip over Neuer — and the assist for Neymar turned a tense tie into a statement win that redefined Barcelona’s European momentum. This night became the defining image of Messi as a ruthless closer in modern Champions League lore.
Minute77'
Score
0-0→1-0
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Impact
Winning Goal
Assist: Dani Alves
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