Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi set another record in hard-fought 2-1 win over Getafe on Sunday evening at Coliseum Alfonso Perez.
The 31-year-old Argentina international able to break the deadlock after 20 minutes of the La Liga encounter as Argentina international saw his initial effort partially blocked by David Soria, but he was able to sneak the ball in with a follow up effort from a tight angle.
Luis Suarez stunning volley in the 39th minutes ensured the game ended 2-1 after Getafe forward Jamie Mata shot reduced deficit before halftime but Barcelona stretching their lead at the top of
the La Liga table to five points.
Messi is comfortable leads the way when it comes to the race for the La Liga golden boot, having scored 16 goals this campaign and five-time Ballon d'Or, winner has now found back of the net fourth year in a row in the first goal of the year in the league.
Messi and Barcelona are next in action on Thursday evening when they travel to face Levante in the Copa Del Rey. Following that, Ernesto Valverde's side host Eibar in La Liga next Sunday.