Lionel Messi Scores First Ever Goal Against Chelsea

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Lionel Messi scored his first goal ever against Chelsea tonight with a 75th-minute equaliser to earn his side a 1-1 draw in a fascinating Champions League last 16, first leg duel at Stamford Bridge.Barcelona's talisman is arguably the greatest player of all time but failed to score against the Blues in eight games before Tuesday night.  But he finally broke his duck 12 years after meeting Chelsea for the first time.  The home team came in when Willian, who was easily the best player of the night, took a shot at goal early in the second period.  Barcelona dominated the possession but fought to defeat the obstinate blues.  It was a mistake that finally defeated Antonio Conte's plans ... and put an end to Messi's long wait.  Andreas Christensen managed a very bad pass behind Andres Iniesta - Cesar Azpilicueta attempted a desperate shot, but his shot was only really effective in giving Iniesta the lead.  The Barça captain then moved back to Messi and as soon as the shot rolled in his stride there was no doubt. Messi stroked the house, ending a nine-game wait, 729 minutes. The captain of Argentina scored with his 30th shot against the Blues, ending a drought that began almost 12 years ago.  He even missed a penalty in the semifinal in 2012, the year Chelsea won the competition under Roberto Di Matteo.  The match finally finished 1-1, with Barcelona having the opportunity to take the advantage in the return leg at Camp Nou on 14 March. ...Chelsea had been one of the 12 teams that the Barcelona star had faced in his career without scoring against, and one of two remaining in the current Champions League.

Messi’s drought against the Blues was not for lack of trying as the goal came on the 30th shot the 30-year-old had taken against them in his career.

The equalizer was Messi’s 18th goal against English opposition in the Champions League, by far the most of any player. Rival Cristiano Ronaldo is second with 11.

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