Messi Reveals Favorite Goal Header Against Manchester United for Charity Art

Lionel Messi has named the header he scored against Manchester United in the 2009 Champions League final as his favorite goal of his illustrious career, despite having scored many more beautiful and important goals. This goal, which sealed Barcelona's 2-0 victory and contributed to their historic treble that season, is being immortalized through a unique art project led by artist Refik Anadol and the Inter Miami CF Foundation. The project, called 'A Goal in Life,' uses advanced AI and biosensing technologies to transform millions of data points from Messi's goal into a groundbreaking piece of artwork. The artwork will be co-signed by Messi and Anadol and auctioned at Christie's, with all proceeds going to charitable causes supporting educational equity and opportunities for children and communities in need. UEFA granted rights to the Inter Miami CF Foundation to use the footage globally, enhancing the project's reach and impact. Messi's choice reflects the goal's emotional significance and its role in crowning an unforgettable year in his career.