Against Atlético’s packed defence at 0–0, Messi takes Suárez’s layoff on the edge of the box and, almost side-on to goal, threads a low left-foot shot precisely inside the far post for a stoppage-time winner and his 428th La Liga goal.

Left FootWinning Goal

@Atlético Madrid0–1Dec 1

From a tight central pocket against Sevilla’s packed line, Messi calmly side-foots a low left-foot finish just inside the post to crack open the 0-0 and set Barcelona’s 5–0 rout in motion, his 94th La Liga goal and eventual winner.

Left FootWinning Goal

vsSevilla5–0Oct 30

From a central position just inside the area, Messi calmly threads a low left-footed strike through a crowd to restore Barcelona’s lead over Real Sociedad, his composed finish standing out as the eventual winning goal and his 170th in La Liga.

Left FootWinning Goal

vsReal Sociedad5–1Aug 19

From just inside the box, Messi stands almost square to goal and threads a low left‑footed strike through a crowd into the far corner to finally break Alavés’ resistance, a deadlock‑breaker that also marks his 350th La Liga goal.

Left FootWinning Goal

@Alavés0–2Aug 26