MESSI - SHOE CELEBARTION

In the 2009 UEFA Champions League final, Lionel Messi delivered one of the most iconic moments of his career with a stunning header against Manchester United. The match, played at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, saw Barcelona dominate and secure a 2-0 victory, completing a historic treble.

With Barcelona already leading 1-0 thanks to a goal from Samuel Eto’o, Messi sealed the win in the 70th minute with an unforgettable header. Xavi delivered a perfect cross into the box, and despite being much shorter than United’s defenders, Messi soared into the air and placed a precise header past Edwin van der Sar.

What made the moment even more special was Messi’s celebration. Overcome with emotion, he removed his boot and kissed it while lying on the ground, symbolizing his love for the game and his gratitude for the moment.

This goal was significant not only because it secured Barcelona’s third Champions League title, but also because it shattered the narrative that Messi couldn’t score with his head. It was a defining moment in his career and remains one of the most memorable goals in Champions League history.