Official Career Goal #121Copa del Rey (2006/07)

Lionel Messi #121 vs LA Galaxy

Scored in the 15' minute for FC Barcelona on Dec 23, 2006.

Match Result3 - 1
FC Barcelona vs LA Galaxy
Home Venue • Domestic Cup

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #121 vs LA Galaxy

GK
#10
Messi (18m)
Strike Speed
87km/h
Shot Distance
18meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Left Foot
Goalmouth PlacementUpper 90 Top Left
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Goal Specifications

Match DateDec 23, 2006
TournamentCopa del Rey
Club / TeamFC Barcelona
MethodLeft Foot
Goal CategoryLong Range
Assist ProviderLuis Suárez
Career MilestoneGoal #121 of 1000 Target
Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #121 Was Scored

In the 15' minute of the Copa del Rey clash between FC Barcelona and LA Galaxy, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left Foot • Long Range) set up expertly by Luis Suárez.

The strike occurred from approximately ~18 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 3 - 1 scoreline in this home encounter.

Goal #121 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #121

When did Lionel Messi score goal #121?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #121 on 2006-12-23 playing for FC Barcelona against LA Galaxy in the Copa del Rey (2006/07 season).

What minute was goal #121 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 15' minute of the match. The final match result was FC Barcelona 3 - 1 LA Galaxy (Home fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #121?

The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Long Range following an assist from Luis Suárez, from an estimated distance of ~18 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #121 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #121 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.