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Official Career Goal #521International Friendly (2016/17)

Lionel Messi #521 vs France

Scored in the 73' minute for Argentina National Team on Mar 5, 2016.

Match Result1 - 1
Argentina National Team vs France
Away Venue • International Official

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #521 vs France

GK
#10
Messi (16m)
Strike Speed
91km/h
Shot Distance
16meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Left Foot
Goalmouth PlacementLow Driven Middle
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Goal Specifications

Match DateMar 5, 2016
TournamentInternational Friendly
Club / TeamArgentina National Team
MethodLeft Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderGonzalo Higuaín
Career MilestoneGoal #521 of 1000 Target
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Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #521 Was Scored

In the 73' minute of the International Friendly clash between Argentina National Team and France, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left Foot • Open Play) set up expertly by Gonzalo Higuaín.

The strike occurred from approximately ~16 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 1 - 1 scoreline in this away encounter.

Goal #521 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #521

When did Lionel Messi score goal #521?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #521 on 2016-03-05 playing for Argentina National Team against France in the International Friendly (2016/17 season).

What minute was goal #521 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 73' minute of the match. The final match result was Argentina National Team 1 - 1 France (Away fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #521?

The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Gonzalo Higuaín, from an estimated distance of ~16 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #521 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #521 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.