Lionel Messi takes his goal tally above 50 for the season

Lionel Messi made it 51 goals for the season as Barcelona turned up the heat on Real Madrid with a thumping 4-1 home win over Villarreal in LaLiga.

Lionel Messi takes his goal tally above 50 for the season
Sat, 06 May, 2017 - 21:14

Lionel Messi made it 51 goals for the season as Barcelona turned up the heat on Real Madrid with a thumping 4-1 home win over Villarreal in LaLiga.

Messi created the opening goal for Neymar and netted himself with a deflected strike and a late penalty as Barcelona moved three points clear of Real at the top of the table.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Continue reading for €5

Unlock unlimited access and exclusive benefits

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Scotland v Japan - International Friendly - Barclays Hampden Japan strike late to beat Scotland at Hampden
England v Uruguay - International Friendly - Wembley Stadium Thomas Tuchel names four centre-backs ahead of Harry Maguire in pecking order
Senegal v Peru - International Friendly 'We know we're African champions': Senegal parade Afcon trophy in defiance
CourtsSoccerHeathrowPlace: LaLigaPlace: Nou CampPlace: El MolinonPerson: Lionel MessiPerson: MessiPerson: NeymarPerson: Cedric BakambuPerson: Luis SuarezPerson: Luis EnriquePerson: Andres FernandezPerson: BakambuPerson: Gerard PiquePerson: Marc-Andre Ter StegenPerson: FernandezPerson: PanenkaPerson: Saul NiguezPerson: Vicente CalderonPerson: NiguezPerson: Diego GodinPerson: GodinPerson: Carlos CarmonaPerson: CarmonaPerson: Pedro BigasPerson: Javier Varas HerreraEvent: Champions LeagueOrganisation: BarcelonaOrganisation: Real MadridOrganisation: VillarrealOrganisation: RealOrganisation: GranadaOrganisation: Atletico MadridOrganisation: EibarOrganisation: AtleticoOrganisation: SevillaOrganisation: Sporting GijonOrganisation: Las PalmasOrganisation: Leganés
<p>File photo dated 10/03/2026 of Igor Tudor, who has left his role as Tottenham head coach by mutual agreement, the club have announced. Issue date: Sunday March 29, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire.</p>

Igor Tudor leaves role as Tottenham head coach after seven games

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited