Football: Number of Lionel Messi's Goals, by season
SeasonNumber of goals
2023/2417
2022/2338
2021/2221
2020/2144
2019/2033
2018/1954
2017/1852
2016/1757
2015/1650
2014/1562
2013/1448
2012/1369
2011/1282
2010/1157
2009/1048
2008/0941
2007/0819
2006/0721
2005/0610
2004/051
  • Region: Spain
  • Time period: as of Dec 2023
  • Published: Mar 2024

Data Analysis and Insights

Updated: Apr 13, 2024 | Published by: Statistico | About Us | Data sources

Peak Performance Years

Messi achieved his highest goal tally during the 2011/12 season, scoring an impressive 82 goals. This period marked a significant peak in his career, as the two seasons surrounding it also saw high numbers, with 69 goals in 2012/13 and 57 goals in 2010/11. These years represent the zenith of Messi's scoring ability, highlighting an era where he consistently surpassed the 50-goal mark, underlining his dominance in football during the early 2010s.

Recent Trends

The 2022/23 season witnessed a remarkable resurgence for Messi, as he netted 38 goals, his highest since the 2014/15 season, when he scored 62 goals. This resurgence indicates not only Messi's enduring quality and adaptability but also a significant rebound in form, considering the gradual decrease in his annual goal tallies observed in the years immediately prior.

Consistent Scoring Over Two Decades

Messi has consistently found the back of the net over two decades, with his goal count starting in the 2004/05 season at a modest 1 goal, but quickly escalating. His ability to maintain a high level of performance over such an extended period is remarkable, showcasing his longevity and sustained impact in professional football.

Goal Tally Variation

The variation in Messi's annual goal tally is significant, ranging from a single goal in his debut season (2004/05) to a peak of 82 goals in 2011/12. This variation highlights the fluctuations in form, team dynamics, and possibly the changing nature of competition faced throughout his career.

Comparative Analysis of Decades

Analyzing Messi's goal tally by decade, the 2010s stand out as his most prolific period. The first half of this decade, in particular, saw him breaking the 50-goal barrier in five out of the ten seasons, a feat not replicated in any other period of his career. In contrast, the 2020s have seen a more human side of Messi, with a noticeable decline in his annual goal tally, reflecting the natural progression of an athlete's career as well as the evolving challenges of top-tier football.

Impact of Age

As of the 2023/24 season, Messi has scored 17 goals, which suggests a decline when compared to his peak years. This trend is consistent with the expected impact of age on a player's physical capabilities and goal-scoring prowess. However, even in the twilight of his career, Messi's goal tally remains impressive, underscoring his exceptional talent and adaptability.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Messi achieve his highest goal tally and how many did he score?

Messi achieved his highest goal tally, scoring 82 goals, during the 2011/12 season.

How long has Messi been consistently scoring goals?

Messi has consistently been scoring goals for over two decades, since the 2004/05 season.

Terms and Definitions

A team-based sport wherein two teams, each consisting of eleven players (including a goalkeeper), compete by trying to get a spherical ball into the opposing team's goal.

A professional football player from Argentina, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Messi has won several awards and recognitions, including multiple FIFA World Player of the Year Awards.

The action of the football passing the two goalposts and beneath the crossbar of the opposing team's goal, resulting in a point. In football, the objective is to score more goals than the opposing team.

The period during which football leagues are typically in play. Most traditional football seasons run from early fall to late spring of the following year.
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