Messi unleashes a left-footed shot from outside the box, but his effort is blocked after being set up by Sergio Busquets. The move hints at Barcelona’s growing pressure despite Stuttgart closing him down quickly.

Driving into the centre of the box, Messi gets a left-footed shot away, but the attempt is again blocked by the Stuttgart defense. The chance comes from his own movement rather than a clear assist.

From outside the area, Messi curls a left-footed effort toward the bottom right corner, forcing a save from Jens Lehmann after a pass from Sergio Busquets. It’s one of Barcelona’s clearest first-half threats.

Messi spots Zlatan Ibrahimović’s run and threads a pass to him on the left side of the box, leading to a left-footed shot that is blocked. The combination showcases Messi’s vision even though it doesn’t result in a goal.

Late in the match, Messi carries the ball in the attacking half and draws a foul, winning a free kick for Barcelona as Stuttgart struggle to dispossess him. His control helps Barça maintain pressure in the closing minutes.