Lionel Messi #259 vs Chelsea FC
Scored in the 2' minute for FC Barcelona on Oct 22, 2010.
Kinetic Strike Telemetry
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Goal Specifications
How Goal #259 Was Scored
In the 2' minute of the UEFA Champions League clash between FC Barcelona and Chelsea FC, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left Foot • Open Play) set up expertly by Luis Suárez.
The strike occurred from approximately ~20 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 1 - 1 scoreline in this away encounter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #259
When did Lionel Messi score goal #259?
Lionel Messi scored official career goal #259 on 2010-10-22 playing for FC Barcelona against Chelsea FC in the UEFA Champions League (2010/11 season).
What minute was goal #259 scored and what was the final score?
The goal was scored in the 2' minute of the match. The final match result was FC Barcelona 1 - 1 Chelsea FC (Away fixture).
How did Lionel Messi score goal #259?
The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Luis Suárez, from an estimated distance of ~20 meters (xG value: 0.42).
What milestone does goal #259 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?
This represents goal #259 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.