Lionel Messi Makes Football History After Sublime Performance vs Nantes

• Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi has kicked off the new season with a bang that has seen him set a new record
• Messi has already scored three goals this term and bagged an incredible six assists for the French giants
• The Argentine set up two of PSG's three goals against Nantes on Tuesday to take his tally to 100 assists since the 2015/16 season
• Messi is now the first player to clock a century of assists during the period, with 20 of those coming in the Ligue 1

Lionel Messi has cemented his place as one of Europe's finest playmakers after hitting top form this season.

The Argentine ace has been in fine shape for Paris Saint-Germain since the start of the new season, proving his magic in his side's opening five fixtures.

While he has scored just three goals during the period, his assist record for the Parisians is mindboggling.

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Messi has already bagged six assists this term, with his latest heroics coming against Nantes on Saturday, September 3.

During the clash, the Argentine ace set up two of PSG's three goals as the Parisians hammered Nantes 3-0 at Parc des Princes.

Lionel Messi sets incredible record after flawless performance vs Nantes

According to stats-based website SofaScore, the 35-year-old is now the first player to register 100 assists since the start of the 2015/16 season.

During the period, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner bagged 80 assists in the La Liga, with 20 others coming during his time with PSG.

What's more?

According to ESPN, Messi now has more assists than any other player in Europe's top five leagues this year.

Messi hopes to continue with his fine run of form this week when PSG kicks off their Champions League campaign against Juventus.

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Sports Brief had earlier reported that Neymar had penned a short and sweet tribute for his Paris Saint-Germain teammate, Lionel Messi, on Instagram.

The two football stars have been best friends since their time together with Barcelona and have enjoyed a close bond since then.

The pair linked up for the first time in the summer of 2013 when Neymar sealed a stunning transfer to Camp Nou from Santos.