Messi's Favorite Goal: Not a World Cup Strike, but a 2009 Champions League Header

Barcelona, Spain – May 23, 2025 – In a recent video for the A Goal in Life project, football superstar Leo Messi revealed his most memorable goal. While many expected him to choose a goal from the World Cup final, Messi surprised fans by selecting a header scored against Manchester United in the 2009 Champions League final. "For me, it's the most meaningful goal of all," Messi stated in the video. The video shows footage of the goal and highlights the context of the match, a pivotal moment in Barcelona's history. This choice underscores the importance of the Champions League victory for Messi and his career.