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Official Career Goal #197La Liga (2008/09)

Lionel Messi #197 vs New England Revolution

Scored in the 55' minute for FC Barcelona on Jul 2, 2008.

Match Result2 - 0
FC Barcelona vs New England Revolution
Away Venue • Domestic League

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #197 vs New England Revolution

GK
#10
Messi (17m)
Strike Speed
97km/h
Shot Distance
17meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Right Foot
Goalmouth PlacementLow Driven Middle
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Goal Specifications

Match DateJul 2, 2008
TournamentLa Liga
Club / TeamFC Barcelona
MethodRight Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderSergio Busquets
Career MilestoneGoal #197 of 1000 Target
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Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #197 Was Scored

In the 55' minute of the La Liga clash between FC Barcelona and New England Revolution, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Right Foot • Open Play) set up expertly by Sergio Busquets.

The strike occurred from approximately ~17 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 2 - 0 scoreline in this away encounter.

Goal #197 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #197

When did Lionel Messi score goal #197?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #197 on 2008-07-02 playing for FC Barcelona against New England Revolution in the La Liga (2008/09 season).

What minute was goal #197 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 55' minute of the match. The final match result was FC Barcelona 2 - 0 New England Revolution (Away fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #197?

The goal was executed with the Right Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Sergio Busquets, from an estimated distance of ~17 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #197 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #197 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.