Official Career Goal #720La Liga (2021/22)

Lionel Messi #720 vs Espanyol

Scored in the 59' minute for FC Barcelona on Jan 9, 2021.

Match Result4 - 1
FC Barcelona vs Espanyol
Away Venue ‱ Domestic League

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation ‱ Goal #720 vs Espanyol

GK
#10
Messi (12m)
Strike Speed
92km/h
Shot Distance
12meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Left Foot
Goalmouth PlacementUpper 90 Top Right
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Goal Specifications

Match DateJan 9, 2021
TournamentLa Liga
Club / TeamFC Barcelona
MethodLeft Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderSergio Busquets
Career MilestoneGoal #720 of 1000 Target
Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #720 Was Scored

In the 59' minute of the La Liga clash between FC Barcelona and Espanyol, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left Foot ‱ Open Play) set up expertly by Sergio Busquets.

The strike occurred from approximately ~12 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 4 - 1 scoreline in this away encounter.

Goal #720 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #720

When did Lionel Messi score goal #720?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #720 on 2021-01-09 playing for FC Barcelona against Espanyol in the La Liga (2021/22 season).

What minute was goal #720 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 59' minute of the match. The final match result was FC Barcelona 4 - 1 Espanyol (Away fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #720?

The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Sergio Busquets, from an estimated distance of ~12 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #720 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #720 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.