Lionel Messi is one of the greatest footballers of all time, known for his incredible speed, agility, and skill on the field. Over the course of his illustrious career, Messi has scored many amazing goals, including some of the fastest in football history. Here’s a look back at some of the fastest goals Messi has scored throughout his career:
- 12 seconds – On January 22, 2019, Messi scored the fastest goal of his career against SD Eibar in La Liga. He received the ball from the kick-off, dribbled past three defenders, and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper to give Barcelona the lead.
- 13 seconds – Messi scored another incredibly quick goal in a La Liga match against Almeria on March 9, 2013. He received the ball just outside the box, took a few touches to get past a defender, and rifled a shot into the bottom corner of the net.
- 14 seconds – In a Champions League match against Celtic on November 7, 2012, Messi scored a lightning-fast goal after receiving a pass from Xavi. He took a few touches to get past a defender and then chipped the ball over the goalkeeper to give Barcelona the lead.
- 15 seconds – Messi scored his fourth-fastest goal in a Copa del Rey match against Levante on January 10, 2019. He received a pass from Ivan Rakitic, took a few touches to get past a defender, and then slotted the ball into the bottom corner of the net.
- 16 seconds – In a La Liga match against Valencia on March 17, 2019, Messi scored a lightning-fast goal after receiving a pass from Sergio Busquets. He took a few touches to get past a defender and then fired a shot into the top corner of the net.
These are just a few examples of Messi’s incredible speed and skill on the field. His ability to score goals quickly and efficiently has made him one of the most feared players in football history, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of footballers for years to come.