‘.1. Messi Magic Sparks Barcelona Comeback in Clasico Thriller’‘.1. Messi Magic Sparks Barcelona Comeback in Clasico Thriller’ In a pulsating Camp Nou encounter, Lionel Messi’s second-half brilliance inspired Barcelona to a stunning 3-2 comeback victory over Real Madrid in the highly-anticipated Clasico. The Catalans entered the match with their backs against the wall, trailing 2-0 after Karim Benzema’s brace in the opening 30 minutes. However, the introduction of Messi at halftime proved to be a game-changer. With his first touch, the Argentine maestro set up Ousmane Dembele for a goal that reignited Barcelona’s hopes. Minutes later, Messi himself found the equalizer with a trademark low drive into the bottom corner. The Camp Nou erupted with the roars of the faithful as the momentum shifted in Barcelona’s favor. The hosts continued to press, and in the 83rd minute, Messi delivered the decisive blow. In a moment of pure genius, Messi curled a free-kick from an acute angle over the Real Madrid wall and into the top corner. It was a goal of the highest quality, leaving Madrid goalkeeper Courtois helpless. Messi’s magic sparked a late surge from Barcelona, who held on for a deserved victory. The win not only revived their La Liga title hopes but also dealt a major blow to Real Madrid’s pursuit of the championship. For Messi, it was another unforgettable Clasico performance. The 35-year-old has now scored 26 goals against Real Madrid, making him the all-time top scorer in the fixture. The victory also marked Barcelona’s first Clasico win since 2019 and was a testament to the team’s character and resilience. Despite falling behind early, they refused to give up and were rewarded with a thrilling comeback that will be etched in the annals of football history.
