#269Career AssistMemorable
“At 3–1 in a Champions League knockout tie, Messi threads a late pass that pulls Lyon’s defence apart for Piqué to kill the contest, capping a 10/10 masterclass with his 269th career assist.”
Knockout Stage
Year2019
UCL#30
2018/19'#17
2019#801
UCL · Round of 162019-03-13 · 21:00:00
5-1
Barcelona
Lyon
2G2A
On a tense Champions League knockout night with the tie still finely balanced, Messi dismantled Lyon with a ruthless all-round display. From a cheeky Panenka penalty to a mazy solo run and two perfectly timed assists, he took control of the game just as Lyon threatened a comeback, turning a potentially nervy second leg into a statement win. This match stands out as one of his most complete performances on a big European stage.
Minute81'
Score
3-1→4-1
xG
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Impact
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Scorer: Gerard Piqué
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