Lionel Messi equals THIS unique record of legendary Pele during Barcelona-Valencia clash

Lionel Messi achieved a new milestone during FC Barcelona's La Liga clash against Valencia on Saturday as he equaled legendary Brazilian footballer Pele's record of most goals for one club across all competitions.

Messi equals Pele's record

After Argentine sensation found back of net in first half, he ended up registering his 643rd goal for Barca. Pele had scored same number of goals while representing Brazilian club Santos FC. While former world champion had mand to score those goals in 19 seasons for Santos, it has only taken Messi 17 seasons to achieve this feat. 

six-time  Ballon d'Or award winner hit milestone goal with a diving header just before halftime immediately after his penalty was saved by Valencia keeper Jaume Domenech.

Pele had played his last match for Brazilian club way back in 1974.

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La Liga clash ends in a stalemate

Despite goals from Leo (45+4*) and  Uruguayan center-back Ronald Araújo (52nd minutes), game ended in a stalemate as Valencia showed a lot of grit & determination in second half which eventually worked in ir favor. For 'Ches',  French defender Mouctar Diakhaby and, Uruguayan striker Maximilia Gómez González starred with a goal apiece in 29th and, 69th minute respectively. 

Barca are at fifth spot in points table with six wins from 13 matches and 21 points in ir tally. y will next be seen in action against Valladolid on Wednesday, December 23. 

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