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Lionel Messi scores 600th goal for Barcelona

May 02, 2019

Lionel Messi scored his 600th goal for Barcelona via a stunning free kick, as his side thumped Liverpool 3-nil in their Champions League first leg semifinal at the Nou Camp this morning.

The Argentine reached the milestone, just days after long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo also scored HIS 600th club goal.

Messi, however, has achieved the feat in just over a 100 games less than Ronaldo.

This morning's defeat also leaves Liverpool with an uphill task, ahead of the second leg at Anfield next Wednesday.

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Iker Casillas suffers heart attack during training with Porto

Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines, after the 38-year-old suffered a heart attack during a training session.

The Real Madrid and Spain legend underwent surgery, and is now in stable condition.

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Malaysia beat Wales to reach FIH semis

The national men's hockey team have advanced to the semis of the FIH Series Finals in KL, after edging Wales 2-1 in their group crossover match last night.

The Speedy Tigers are now set to face Austria tomorrow night for a spot in the final, and an automatic place in the last round of qualifiers for next year's Olympics.