#92Career GoalLegendary
“Against defending champions Manchester United in the 2009 Champions League final, Messi doubles Barcelona’s lead from a Xavi assist to all but seal the European crown, adding his 17th goal in the competition to his growing legend.”
Knockout Stage
Year2009
UCL#17
2008/09'#41
Body PartHead
Shot TypeOpen Play
TechniqueNormal
2009#198
UCL · Final2009-05-27 · 20:45:00
0-2
Manchester Utd
Barcelona
1G
On the biggest stage against a star‑studded Manchester United, Messi scored with a looping header few believed a 5'7" playmaker could produce, effectively sealing the Champions League title. This night in Rome crowned Guardiola’s first great Barça side with a historic treble and marked the moment Messi stepped from prodigy to undisputed heir to world football’s throne.
Minute70'
Score
0-1→0-2
xG0.23
Impact
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Assist: Xavi
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