| Metric | 2011/12 Data | Historical Context | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 60 | Full season availability | | Goals | 73 | World record (since broken by Haaland/Mbappé, but still legendary) | | Assists | 32 | Leading Europe’s top 5 leagues | | Goal Contribution | 105 (G+A) | Unmatched single-season impact | | Hat-tricks | 8 | Including a 5-goal game vs. Bayer Leverkusen | | Minutes per Goal | 71 | Better than most pure strikers |
Lionel Messi's best season is often debated among football fans and analysts. However, based on his impressive stats and accolades, many consider the 2011-2012 season as one of his best. messi best season