The day false 9 Messi emerged and DESTROYED Real Madrid

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Published 2024-07-01
On May 2, 2009, Pep Guardiola made a tactical masterstroke that would become a defining moment in modern football. Facing Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, Guardiola deployed Lionel Messi in the "false 9" position for the first time. Instead of playing as a traditional striker, Messi was positioned deeper, allowing him to drop into midfield and exploit the spaces between Real Madrid's defense and midfield. This unexpected move created havoc for Real Madrid, as Messi's freedom to roam and link up play rendered their defensive plans ineffective.

Messi's new role was pivotal in Barcelona's stunning 6-2 victory. He scored twice and was involved in nearly every attacking move, showcasing his extraordinary vision, dribbling, and playmaking abilities. The "false 9" tactic not only maximized Messi's talents but also allowed other players like Thierry Henry and Samuel Eto'o to find more space and opportunities. This tactical innovation not only led to a historic win but also revolutionized football strategies worldwide, cementing Messi's place as one of the game's greatest and highlighting Guardiola's genius as a manager.
All Comments (21)
  • @borderprash472
    Messi looks like he has 360 degrees camera. What an amazing awareness from him to sense the tackles and just change direction. Amazing player
  • @yangerjamir0906
    That Real Madrid team in any other league would've been dominating the league. Pep's Barca was just something else. Once in a lifetime team...true dream team.
  • @SageofShadowdale
    25 years later, football manager are still unable to replicate this position on the field.
  • @Sarthak-bk6td
    The magic man with the world at his feet. Lionel Andres Messi
  • @robert_weide
    those who say kroos or kdb or x/y/z has surpassed xavi, look at those passes in such tight spaces and close control, no one comes close, same goes with iniesta and messi is on whole new level
  • @star_psycho.
    1:44 Dude, Messi looking for the ball even after a difficult collision with the GK😮
  • @nxtvisuals
    Truly illegal stuff this. He should've been suspended after this performance. Playing against Prime Madrid is one thing, but the threat levels in 1 game are off the fucking charts.
  • @joakimwellbeck7875
    Sadly we can't see anything like this again. Pure joy to watch this kind of masterpiece
  • @dinodd88
    most world class players entire career highlights in a single game.
  • @rex90782
    False 9 my ass. Messi was an alien. We just didn't know yet at the time. He would destroy Real Madrid in any position he was. As he did. Don't disrespect Messi by giving credits to Guardiola or sounding cool with these damn tactics or positions. With Messi is simple. You give him the ball. Doesn't matter where he is. In the midfield or near the goalkeeper. In his prime he would run all over the team and kill them. And he would make that look so simple. That's the goat for you. We were so lucky to watch him play.
  • @aaagustin
    And here is why madrid fans cant stpo hating Messi...15 years later they still have nightmares with him
  • @murderface79
    The Xavi, Iniesta, Messi era was a pure tyranny.
  • @jesusislord4691
    Those who think football is all about scoring should know that just giving a successful pass isn't easy
  • @harmez7
    01:53 this goal is almost identical to Messi's first goal at Barca assisted by Ronaldinho. also the celebration is the same.
  • @robertocurrlos7470
    Looking at messi at his primw or young is devastatingly frightening. Soo good its unreal😊