ADD ANI AS A TRUSTED SOURCE
googleads
Menu
Football

Lionel Messi sets another record as PSG clinch Ligue 1 title

Lionel Messi created another record on Sunday in the Ligue 1 match against Strasbourg. The Argentine scored his 496th goal thus, becoming the highest goalscorer in the top five European leagues.

ANI May 28, 2023 14:56 IST googleads

Lionel Messi scoring against Strasbourg (Source: Twitter/PSG_English)

Paris [France], May 28 (ANI): Lionel Messi created another record on Sunday in the Ligue 1 match against Strasbourg. The Argentine scored his 496th goal thus, becoming the highest goalscorer in the top five European leagues.
Messi surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo by one goal.
Paris Saint-Germain faced Strasbourg on Sunday at the Le Parc des Princes stadium. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. After the match, Paris Saint-Germain was crowned champions of the Ligue 1 2022-23 because of PSG's superior goal difference over second-placed Lens.
The football club, Paris Saint-Germain wins the French Ligue 1 title for a record 11th time.
The FIFA World Cup 2022 winner, Lionel Messi scored the first goal of the match for his side Paris Saint-Germain in the 59th minute. Later in the 79th minute, Kevin Gameiro scored for Strasbourg to level the score. The match ended with a scoreline of 1-1.
Paris Saint-Germain took seven shots out of which only two were on target. Their possession on the ball during the match was 66 per cent. They completed a total of 732 passes with an accuracy of 93 per cent.
Strasbourg took 17 shots out of which only five were on target. Their possession on the ball during the match was 34 per cent. They accumulated a total of 369 passes with an accuracy of 90 per cent.
In Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain has played 37 matches out of which they have won 27, lost six and drew four.
In the Spanish La Liga football competition, Lionel Messi has scored 474 goals in 520 matches. In the French Ligue 1, Messi has scored 22 goals in 57 matches.
The 35-year-old while playing for Football Club Barcelona has scored 672 goals in 778 games. While playing for Paris Saint-Germain he has scored 32 goals in 74 matches.
PSG has confirmed that Lionel Messi will leave the club after the season ends. (ANI)

Get the App

What to Read Next

Football

IFL 2025-26: Rajasthan United face Namdhari SA

IFL 2025-26: Rajasthan United face Namdhari SA

Rajasthan United FC step onto the pitch at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium, eager to bounce back in front of their home supporters. The Jaipur-based outfit are looking to recover from a 1-3 away defeat to Aizawl FC in the last round.

Read More
Football

IFL 2025-26 Stage 1: Dempo come from behind to hold Chanmari

IFL 2025-26 Stage 1: Dempo come from behind to hold Chanmari

Chanmari took an early lead through Suangaihmuna's header in the 15th minute and doubled their advantage in the 43rd minute when Malsawmsanga finished a well-worked move from close range. Dempo pulled one back just before half-time as Marcus Joseph set up Sebastian Gutierrez in the 45th minute

Read More
Others

Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup: Jindal Panther outclass Youngsters

Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup: Jindal Panther outclass Youngsters

Jindal Panther made a composed start to the match, with Zavaleta opening the scoring in the first chukker to hand his side an early 1-0 advantage. While Youngsters attempted to find their rhythm, the Panthers maintained strong control in midfield and defence to keep their opponents from getting on the scoresheet in the opening period.

Read More
Others

WPGT: Amateur Lavanya overtakes Jasmine to lead in 5th leg

WPGT: Amateur Lavanya overtakes Jasmine to lead in 5th leg

Lavanya Gupta, who was trailing Jasmine by one shot after Day 1, carded even par 72 while Jasmine shot 2-over 74 and fell behind by one

Read More
Others

India delivers strong performance in Para Athletics Grand Prix

India delivers strong performance in Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian athletes delivered an impressive performance on the opening day of the New Delhi 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing gold medals and podium finishes across several track and field events

Read More
Home About Us Our Products Advertise Contact Us Terms & Condition Privacy Policy

Copyright © aninews.in | All Rights Reserved.