Messi swings in a precise cross from the right, setting up Sergio Ramos for a header that is saved by goalkeeper Paul Bernardoni. His vision and delivery carve out a clear chance from the center of the box.

Messi drives forward in the attacking half and draws a foul, winning a free kick for PSG and keeping Angers pinned deep. His close control forces the defender into a mistimed challenge.

Messi breaks behind the defense to latch onto a through ball from Fabián Ruiz but is flagged offside, halting what could have been a clear chance. His run shows constant threat in behind Angers’ back line.

Under pressure in the attacking half, Messi shields the ball and draws another foul, earning PSG a dangerous free kick. His composure on the ball invites contact from Angers’ defenders.

Messi unleashes a left-footed shot from outside the box, but a defender steps in to block, denying him a sight of goal. The effort underscores his willingness to test Angers from distance.

Messi finishes clinically from the center of the box, steering a right-footed shot into the bottom left corner to make it 2–0 for PSG, after a well-timed assist from Nordi Mukiele. The goal is confirmed following a VAR review.

After VAR intervention, Messi’s strike is reviewed for a possible infringement but ultimately stands as a valid goal. The delay heightens the tension before PSG’s second is officially awarded.

Messi threads a clever through ball toward Neymar, but the Brazilian is ruled offside before he can capitalize. The pass highlights Messi’s creative link-up play despite the move being cut short.

Late in the match, Messi carries the ball in the attacking half and is fouled again, winning another free kick for PSG and helping control the tempo. His ball retention draws Angers into yet another risky challenge.