Lionel Messi scores 800th career goal

Lionel Messi scored his 800th career goal for club and country in Argentina's 2-0 friendly win over Panama in Buenos Aires on Thursday night, Report informs, citing ESPN.

After twice hitting the post from free kicks, Messi curled his third try past Panama keeper Jose Carlos Guerra in the 89th minute to hit the 800 goal mark and send the sold-out crowd at Monumental Stadium into delirium.

Messi hits the 800 mark shortly after being named Best FIFA Men's Player having led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title in Qatar. He also celebrated scoring his 700th career club goal last month.