Messi Sets New Assist Record in Barcelona’s Thrilling VictoryMessi Sets New Assist Record in Barcelona’s Thrilling Victory In a pulsating match at Camp Nou, Lionel Messi etched his name into the record books once again as he set a new assist record for Barcelona in their thrilling 4-2 victory over Real Betis. The Argentine maestro registered three sublime assists, bringing his career tally to an astonishing 390 assists for the Catalan giants. Messi surpassed the previous record held by Xavi Hernandez (388) and became the club’s all-time assist leader. Barcelona stormed out of the blocks, with Messi at the heart of their attacking prowess. In the 14th minute, he found Ousmane Dembele with an exquisite through ball, allowing the Frenchman to rifle home the opener. Messi’s second assist came just 10 minutes later as he floated a pinpoint cross into the path of Martin Braithwaite, who headed home from close range. Betis pulled one back just before half-time through Borja Iglesias, but Barcelona regained control after the break. In the 50th minute, Messi conjured up his third assist, playing a perfectly weighted pass to Sergino Dest, who fired home a thunderous shot. As the match reached its climax, Cristian Tello scored a stunning equalizer for Betis in the 75th minute. However, Barcelona refused to be denied and in the dying minutes, Messi capped off a memorable night by scoring a magnificent goal from the edge of the area. The victory extended Barcelona’s unbeaten run in La Liga to six games and moved them up to fourth place in the standings. However, it was Messi’s record-breaking performance that stole the headlines. Messi’s exceptional vision, creativity, and passing ability were on full display throughout the match. His three assists showcased his unparalleled influence on Barcelona’s attack and further cemented his status as one of the greatest players to ever grace the game. As the Camp Nou crowd erupted in thunderous applause, Messi celebrated his historic achievement with his teammates. The record-setting night was a testament to his enduring brilliance and the timeless legacy he has created at Barcelona.
