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Spanish forward Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer for FC club Barcelona by netting a hat-trick. With this, he became officially the greatest scorer in Barcelona's history.

The Argentine striker goaled in the 63rd minute on Saturday against Osasuna, netting his 370th career goal in his 452nd match, outscoring Paulino Alcántara who was the top scorer since 1927.

The 26-year-old Messialready held the Barcelona record for most goal in all competitions, not including friendlies, but this record includes any match played for the club, whether it was a competitive match or not.

Messi has scored the most goals by a Barca player in La Liga (232), the most goals in the Spanish Super Cup (10), most goals in the Champions League (67), and most goals in the Club World Cup (4).

AW: Suchorita Choudhury