Messi is whistled for an early foul as he battles for possession, showing his usual aggressiveness in the press.

Messi wins a free kick on the right wing after being fouled, having carried the ball into an advanced wide position.

Driving down the right flank, Messi draws another foul and earns a free kick on the wing.

Messi meets Sergi Roberto’s cross with a header from the center of the box that flashes just wide to the left.

Messi is fouled in the attacking half, winning a dangerous free kick after carrying the ball forward.

From outside the box, Messi unleashes a left‑footed shot that is headed for the bottom right corner but is saved by the goalkeeper.

Messi slips a through ball in behind for Nélson Semedo, but the attack is halted as Semedo is ruled offside.

Messi dribbles into the penalty area and draws a foul, earning Barcelona a penalty.

Messi calmly converts the penalty with a precise left‑footed shot to the bottom right corner, doubling Barcelona’s lead to 2–0.

Messi tracks back and wins a free kick in the defensive half, relieving pressure on Barcelona.

Late in the match, Messi again earns a free kick in the defensive half after being fouled while helping to retain possession.