Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi scored four goals and assisted on ten assists in their 4-0 victory over Lyon on Sunday, solidifying his status as one of the world's greatest footballers.
Messi, who has been with the club since 2009, was instrumental in guiding PSG to a comfortable win against Lyon. The Argentine forward, who is just 28 years old, continued his impressive form throughout the match, scoring two goals in the first half and another two in the second.
Lyon, despite being ranked higher in the league, were unable to keep up with PSG's pace. The French team struggled to create chances and were ultimately outplayed by the Spanish giants.
The result further cements PSG's position at the top of La Liga, which they have dominated for the past few seasons. The club now leads the table with 76 points, ahead of Real Madrid (75 points) and Barcelona (73 points).
In addition to Messi's performance, PSG also benefitted from a strong defensive effort. The team's backline played a crucial role in limiting Lyon's attacking options, preventing them from finding space in the penalty area.
The victory also comes as a boost to PSG's morale after a difficult start to the season. The club had suffered several setbacks, including losing key players like Kylian Mbappe to injury and struggling to find consistency in their play.
However, PSG's recent performances have shown that they are still capable of competing with the best teams in Europe. With Messi continuing to dominate the pitch, it seems unlikely that this trend will change anytime soon.