Lionel Messi's 37 Final Goals: A Breakdown Against Top Opponents Like Real Madrid and Sevilla

Lionel Messi’s Final Showdowns: A Data-Driven Analysis
Having analyzed football statistics for over a decade, I’ve always been fascinated by big-game players. Today, we’re examining Lionel Messi’s remarkable record in finals - an impressive tally of 37 goals that showcases his clutch performance when it matters most.
The Spanish Domination
Messi’s favorite final opponents? Look no further than Spanish competitions:
- Real Madrid: 6 goals in Supercopa de España finals (because what’s better than silencing the Bernabéu crowd?)
- Sevilla: 4 goals in Supercopa + 1 in Copa del Rey = 5 total (they must be sick of the sight of him)
- Athletic Bilbao: 6 in Copa del Rey + 3 in Supercopa = 9 total (their Basque defenders still have nightmares)
European Theater
The Champions League might surprise you with “only” 2 goals against Manchester United. But remember:
- Both came in the 2009 and 2011 finals
- These were decisive goals in Barcelona’s triumphs
- His overall UCL knockout record more than compensates
Global Impact
From Argentina to France to Tennessee (yes, Tennessee):
- World Cup: 2 goals (including that iconic final against France)
- Club World Cup: 2 against Santos, 1 each vs Estudiantes and River Plate
- North American oddity: 1 goal vs Nashville SC (proof he’ll score anywhere)
What makes these numbers remarkable isn’t just the quantity but the quality - nearly every one contributed directly to trophies. While Cristiano Ronaldo might have more final appearances, Messi’s conversion rate in these high-pressure situations is simply unparalleled.
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Испанские клубы в панике
37 голов Месси в финалах – это не просто цифра, а коллекция испанских кошмаров! Особенно для «Реала» и «Севильи», которые стали его любимыми жертвами.
Статистика как оружие:
- 6 голов в Суперкубке против «Реала» (Бернабеу до сих пор вздрагивает)
- 5 голов против «Севильи» (они уже вызывают психолога перед финалами)
- 9 голов против «Атлетика» (баски плачут в подушку)
Даже в Теннесси забил – видимо, чтобы никто не чувствовал себя в безопасности.
Как вам такая “финальная” диктатура? 😉

Messi - Cỗ máy ghi bàn không biết mệt
37 bàn trong các trận chung kết - Messi không chỉ là thiên tài mà còn là ‘kẻ ác mộng’ của Real Madrid và Sevilla! Dữ liệu cho thấy anh đặc biệt “khoái” đối đầu với các đội Tây Ban Nha, nhưng cũng sẵn sàng “dằn mặt” bất kỳ ai từ châu Âu đến… Tennessee!
Fun fact: Trung bình cứ 136 ngày Messi lại có 1 trận chung kết. Đây không phải là cầu thủ, mà là cỗ máy đoạt cup được lập trình sẵn! 😂
Bạn nghĩ ai có thể phá vỡ kỷ lục này? Comment ngay!

เมสซี่คือราชาเกมชี้ชะตาโดยแท้!
แค่ 37 ประตูในนัดตัดสินก็พอพูดแล้วว่าเขาไม่ธรรมดา 🐐 โดยเฉพาะกับเรอัลมาดริดที่โดนยิงถึง 6 ลูกในซุปเปอร์โกปา (แฟนบลังก้าคงฝันร้ายทุกคืนแน่ๆ)
สถิติแปลกๆ ของ GOAT: ยิงแม้แต่ในเทนเนสซี! นัดไหนเป็นนัดสำคัญ เมสซี่พร้อมโผล่มาทำประตูเสมอ
ใครยังไม่เชื่อว่าทำไมเมสซี่คือที่สุดของวงการบอล? ดูสถิตินี้แล้วจะเข้าใจ… แล้วคุณล่ะ คิดว่าใครจะมาเทียบชั้นเขาได้บ้าง? 💬 #ฝากคอมเมนต์ไว้เลย

スペインを泣かせた男
メッシの決勝戦37ゴールデータを見て吹き出しました!特にレアル・マドリードへの6ゴールは「ベルナベウを静かにさせる最高の方法」ですね。
セビージャの悪夢
セビージャ相手に5ゴールとは…もうメッシの顔見たくないでしょう(笑)。コパ・デル・レイとスーペルコパで計9ゴールのアスレティック・ビルバオはもっと悲惨です。
数字が物語る王者
平均136日に1回は決勝出場って…普通の選手ならキャリアハイライトが、彼にとっては日常なんですね。これでもう『決勝戦の魔王』と呼ぶしかありません!
このデータを見てどう思いますか?コメントで熱い議論を!

決勝戦で爆発するメッシの神々しさ
データ分析屋として断言しますが、メッシの決勝戦での37ゴールはまさに『神の領域』。レアル・マドリードやセビージャを相手に、なぜかいつも超絶プレーを見せるんですよね。
特にスペイン勢がお気に入り:
- スーペルコパで6得点(ベルナベウを沈黙させるのが趣味?)
- セビージャには合計5得点(もう彼を見るのも嫌でしょう)
CL決勝ではマンUに2得点と控えめですが、どちらも優勝を決めるゴールでしたからね。
世界中どこでも得点マシーン
アルゼンチンからテネシー州まで(笑)、どんな舞台でも点を取るメッシ。ワールドカップ決勝でのあのゴールは、今でも覚えてますよ!
この数字を見てると、本当に『決勝の王様』という称号がぴったりですね。みなさんもそう思いませんか? #メッシ神 #データが証明する偉大さ

Messi: Ang Final King na Walang Kapantay!
Grabe talaga si Lionel Messi pagdating sa mga final matches! Parang may superpower siya kapag championship na—37 goals na sa finals, at halos lahat yan nagdala ng tropeo! Favorite niya kalaban ang Real Madrid at Sevilla, parang laro lang sa kanya ang mag-score sa kanila.
Champion sa Lahat ng Liga Kahit sa Champions League o Copa del Rey, laging may galing si Messi. Pati sa World Cup, dalawang goals pa! Talagang ibang klase ang dominance niya kapag high-stakes na.
Kayo, sinong player ang tingin niyo makakapantay kay Messi sa finals? Comment niyo na! #MessiFinalKing

Мессі – це машина для голів у фіналах! 🚀
37 голів у вирішальних матчах – це не просто цифра, це справжній шедевр від аргентинського генія. Особливо смішно, як він “терроризував” Реал Мадрид та Севілью – схоже, вони вже мріють, щоб він нарешті пішов на пенсію! 😆
А ви пам’ятаєте його гол у фіналі ЧС-2022? Це було щось неймовірне! Що думаєте – чи є хтось, хто може повторити таке? Обговорюємо в коментарях! ⚽🔥

ميسي ليس بشرًا، إنه آلة تسجيل في المباريات النهائية! ⚽
مع 37 هدفًا في المباريات الحاسمة، ميسي يثبت أنه الملك بلا منازع. سواء كان أمام ريال مدريد أو إشبيلية، النتيجة واحدة: الكرة في الشباك!
حقائق صادمة:
- 6 أهداف في السوبر الإسباني ضد ريال مدريد (بيرنابيو يصمت!).
- 9 أهداف ضد أتلتيك بلباو (مدافعي الباسك ما زالوا يحلمون به كابوسًا!).
هل تعلم أنه سجل حتى في تينيسي؟ نعم، هذا ميسي، يسجل في أي مكان!
ما رأيكم؟ هل هناك من يتحدى ميسي في المباريات النهائية؟ 🤔 #ميسي_الأسطورة

The GOAT of Finals
Lionel Messi doesn’t just play finals; he owns them. With 37 goals against giants like Real Madrid and Sevilla, it’s like he has a PhD in crushing dreams when trophies are on the line.
Spanish Bullies FC Sevilla must have PTSD from seeing Messi in finals (5 goals), while Real Madrid fans still wake up screaming about Supercopa nights (6 goals). Even Athletic Bilbao’s defenders need therapy after 9 conceded!
Global Domination From World Cup glory to scoring in Tennessee (yes, really), Messi proves he’ll light up any stage. Ronaldo may have more final appearances, but Messi? He brings the fireworks when it matters most.
The man averages a final every 136 days - most would need that time just to recover from the pressure! Want to argue? Check the stats first.
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