Messi comes off the bench to replace Cesc Fàbregas, entering the match to a huge roar from the Camp Nou crowd. His introduction signals Barcelona’s push to turn the tie around.

After Iniesta’s curling shot is parried by Sirigu, the rebound falls to Messi in the box, but he cannot convert as PSG scramble to clear. It’s one of his first dangerous involvements after coming on.

Messi initiates the move for Barcelona’s equaliser, playing the ball to David Villa, whose clever lay-off finds Pedro to finish from the edge of the box. His involvement is crucial in unlocking PSG’s defence.

Thiago Silva clatters into Messi with a late challenge and is shown a yellow card, ruling him out of PSG’s next European match if they progress. The foul underscores how difficult Messi is to contain.

Messi dribbles near PSG’s corner flag and draws a late free-kick, helping Barcelona wind down the clock and protect their aggregate advantage. His close control keeps PSG defenders pinned back.