Messi Makes History: Hat-Trick Crowns Him Barca’s Youngest Top Scorer
On this day 12 years ago, March 21st, 2012, Lionel Messi etched his name even deeper into Barcelona lore. In a La Liga match against Granada, the then 24-year-old Argentinian maestro achieved a phenomenal feat.
Messi’s stunning hat-trick not only secured victory for Barcelona, but more importantly, saw him surpass the club’s all-time goalscoring record. With his third goal, Messi eclipsed the legendary Cesar Rodriguez’s record of 232 goals,
set decades earlier in the 1940s and 50s. This remarkable achievement cemented Messi’s status as a Barcelona great at a young age. His hat-trick became a defining moment in his illustrious career,
showcasing not only his goalscoring prowess but his undeniable impact on the club.
