Messi’s Century: Scores Against 100th Team
Lionel Messi, one of football’s greatest legends, accomplished another remarkable feat. This time, it was against Atlanta United, marking them as the 100th team to have a goal scored against them by the Argentinian wizard. Freshly donning the Inter Miami colors, Messi stunned audiences in his debut by netting a last-minute free kick. As the captain in his inaugural match, Messi’s presence was palpable as he registered two goals in the first half, quickly escalating his stats with the new club.
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— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 26, 2023
A Trip Down Memory Lane: From First to the 100th Goal
Rewinding time to the end of the 2004-05 season, Messi’s maiden senior goal was a sight to behold. Entering the field in the 87th minute, Messi, with an assist from Ronaldinho, lofted a shot past Albacete’s goalkeeper, marking the start of an illustrious journey. From his humble beginnings at Grandoli and Newell’s Old Boys, Messi’s tryst with destiny began at Barcelona. Debuting for Barcelona C in 2003, he quickly made his mark. By November 2004, the young prodigy was already making waves with the senior team of the Catalan outfit.
Messi’s Illustrious Barcelona Legacy
During his almost two-decade tenure with Barcelona, Messi’s contribution was monumental. Appearing over 520 times for the club, he scored an astonishing 474 goals. This journey saw him lift La Liga trophies multiple times, secure UEFA Champions League titles, and hoist various domestic and international cups. With 34 titles in his Barcelona trophy cabinet, Messi’s dominance in football is undebatable.
The Rare Treble and What It Means
Messi’s time at Barcelona wasn’t just about individual accolades or standalone titles. He achieved the rare footballing milestone of “the treble” twice, a testament to both his individual brilliance and the cohesive strength of his team. This feat requires a team to win three major titles in a single season, an achievement that showcases the pinnacle of consistency, determination, and skill. In European football terms, this implies winning the domestic league, the domestic cup, and the coveted UEFA Champions League, solidifying a team’s position as the best in the continent.
While the nostalgia of Messi’s time at Barcelona is poignant, his future at Inter Miami seems equally promising. With a debut that most can only dream of and a career that continues to inspire, Messi’s footballing journey is far from over. Fans around the globe eagerly await what more the maestro will deliver, adding chapters to an already illustrious story.
(Image Credit: Inter Miami)
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