Official Career Goal #218FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (2009/10)

Lionel Messi #218 vs Uruguay

Scored in the 53' minute for Argentina National Team on May 21, 2009.

Match Result1 - 0
Argentina National Team vs Uruguay
Home Venue • International Official

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #218 vs Uruguay

GK
#10
Messi (18m)
Strike Speed
96km/h
Shot Distance
18meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Left Foot
Goalmouth PlacementBottom Right Corner

Goal Specifications

Match DateMay 21, 2009
TournamentFIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Club / TeamArgentina National Team
MethodLeft Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderSergio Agüero
Career MilestoneGoal #218 of 1000 Target
Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #218 Was Scored

In the 53' minute of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash between Argentina National Team and Uruguay, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left FootOpen Play) set up expertly by Sergio Agüero.

The strike occurred from approximately ~18 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 1 - 0 scoreline in this home encounter.

Goal #218 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #218

When did Lionel Messi score goal #218?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #218 on 2009-05-21 playing for Argentina National Team against Uruguay in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (2009/10 season).

What minute was goal #218 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 53' minute of the match. The final match result was Argentina National Team 1 - 0 Uruguay (Home fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #218?

The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Sergio Agüero, from an estimated distance of ~18 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #218 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #218 of Lionel Messi's official career tally on the quest toward 1000 career goals. It stands as a crucial competitive goal in his career trajectory.