The Argentine scored a sensational brace in PSG’s emphatic win over Club Brugge in the Champions League.
PSG star Lionel Messi rose to the occasion in the 4-1 win over Club Brugge in the Champions League.
The Argentine scored a sensational brace, which included a stunner from outside the box, as PSG capped off the group stage on a high note. Kylian Mbappe also scored twice in the game.
Messi also surpassed Pele’s goal record in the process. The legendary Brazilian footballer was the second-highest scorer of all time with 757 goals before Messi overtook his goal tally to 758 last night.
It also means the Argentine is currently trailing all-time top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo, who has amassed 801 goals.
It is turning out to be a magnificent week for Messi, as he first lifted his seventh Ballon d’Or and now he has become the highest South American goal scorer.
The 34-year-old is off to a stuttering start in Ligue 1 this season, racking up a goal and three assists in 9 appearances. It also created a big debate among many whether he should have won the Ballon d’Or ahead of the likes of Robert Lewandowski, Karim Benzema and Jorginho.
However, his Champions League form has been extraordinary, as he has netted 5 goals in 5 games including last night’s double.
PSG have finished second in Group A behind Manchester City and will face AS Monaco in their next Ligue 1 game on Sunday night.
