Legendary Milestone: On This Day in 2012, Lionel Messi Scores 91st Goal of the Year, Outscoring Everyone in an Astonishing Feat 🤯

Indeed, December 9, 2012, marks a historic day in football, as Lionel Messi achieved an extraordinary feat by scoring his 91st goal of the year. This remarkable accomplishment allowed Messi to surpass every other footballer in terms of goals scored in a calendar year.

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Messi’s goal-scoring prowess reached its pinnacle in 2012, as he consistently found the back of the net for both Barcelona and the Argentine national team. His incredible ability to score from various positions on the pitch, combined with his exceptional skill and agility, made him a true goal-scoring phenomenon.

The 91 Goals of Leo Messi - Barca Blaugranes

The 91 goals included his performances in various competitions, such as La Liga, the UEFA Champions League, the Copa del Rey, and international matches. Messi’s record-breaking achievement further solidified his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.

Data check: Lionel Messi's mind-boggling numbers – all his records at  Barcelona and La Liga.

GOAL on X: "Lionel Messi's 2012 tally of 91 goals in a calendar year is  going to take some beating  https://t.co/rqo1zawuQl" / X

This incredible goal-scoring record not only highlighted Messi’s individual brilliance but also showcased his consistent and exceptional contribution to his teams. December 9, 2012, remains a historic milestone in the illustrious career of Lionel Messi, a moment etched in football history as a testament to his unparalleled talent on the field.

Squawka on X: "ON THIS DAY: In 2012, Lionel Messi scored his 86th goal of  the calendar year, breaking Gerd Müller's all-time record. He finished with 91  goals... in 69 games. L/M Football on X: "Messi scoring 91 goals in 2012 was unreal but also  assisting 22 times in the same time was INHUMAN https://t.co/QjpCId5EWe" / XBallon d'Or: 2012 - The year Lionel Messi broke football