#183Career AssistLegendary
“At 2–0 in a Champions League semi-final against Bayern, Messi threads a stoppage-time pass that releases Neymar to seal a 3–0 first-leg cushion, capping his masterclass with career assist number 183.”
Knockout StageLast Minute
Year2015
UCL#23
2014/15'#28
2015#573
UCL · Semi-Final · 1st Leg2015-05-06 · 20:45:00
3-0
Barcelona
Bayern Munich
2G1A
Against Guardiola’s Bayern in a Champions League semi-final, Messi produced one of the most iconic performances of his career, shredding an elite defense on the biggest stage. His two late goals — capped by the ankle-breaking dribble and chip over Neuer — and the assist for Neymar turned a tense tie into a statement win that redefined Barcelona’s European momentum. This night became the defining image of Messi as a ruthless closer in modern Champions League lore.
Minute94'
Score
2-0→3-0
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Impact
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Scorer: Neymar
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