#710Career GoalNotable
“With Barcelona only one goal ahead at 2–1, Messi calmly converts from the spot to give his team breathing room at 3–1 against Betis, adding another strike to his immense La Liga tally as career goal number 710.”
Year2020
La Liga#446
2020/21'#6
Body PartLeft Foot
Shot TypePenalty
TechniqueNormal
2020#881
La Liga2020-11-07 · 16:15:00
Barcelona5-2
Real Betis2G
Messi comes off the bench at 1–1 to score a ruthless brace in just 45 minutes, including a no-look finish from a dummy and a penalty, turning a tense league game against Betis into a comfortable Barcelona win.
Minute61'
Score
2-1→3-1
xG0.78
Impact
Winning Goal
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