Lionel Messi broke Gerd Mueller’s of 85 goals in a calendar year after he scored twice on Sunday for Barcelona in their Spanish Primera Liga fixture against Real Betis.

The Argentine striker equalled the German great’s record set in 1972 when he scored the opening goal of the match in the 16 minute of the match.

He took entered the record books 10 minutes later to send Barcelona 2-0 up in the game.

Barca who went in the match three points clear at the top of the table won the away match 2-1.

Messi was stretchered during the 0-0 draw in the Champions League match against Benfica at Nou Camp.

He was a doubtful starter in the match, but could was declared fit to bring cheers to Barca fans hoping to see their start break the record.

By Indian Sports News Network