Amsterdam: Lionel Messi equalled Real Madrid legend Raul as the top goalscorer in the history of the Champions League on 71 goals after scoring both goals in Barcelona's 2-0 win against Ajax on Wednesday.


Barcelona's Argentinian forward Lionel Messi (C) celebrates scoring his second goal during the UEFA Champions League football match between Ajax Amsterdam and FC Barcelona in Amsterdam. Pic/AFP 

The Argentine headed Barca in front nine minutes before half-time and then prodded home Pedro Rodriguez's low cross to match Raul's mark in his 90th appearance in the competition 15 minutes from time.