On the day that Lionel Messi confirmed his record seventh Pichichi Trophy, the Barcelona star also broke La Liga’s all-time assist record and tied the record for the most assists in one season in Europe’s top five leagues, since Opta has tracked stats.
Messi gave his 21st assist of the season on a pass that was deflected but ultimately reached Ansu Fati, who scored. He had already tied the record for most assists coming into this game, when he registered his 20th and tied his former teammate, Xavi, for most assist in one La Liga season.