### Goals Records at São Paulo

São Paulo is not only the largest city in Brazil but also one of the most important football (soccer) cities globally. The city has produced numerous talented players who have set world records and made significant contributions to the sport's history. This article delves into some of the notable goals records held by athletes from São Paulo.

#### Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, holds several remarkable goals records. He has scored:

1. **Most Goals in a Single Season**: In 2018-2019, Messi scored 74 goals for Barcelona, breaking the previous record of 65 set by Cristiano Ronaldo in 2016-2017.

2. **Most Goals in a Career**: As of 2023, Messi has scored 679 goals in his career, surpassing Diego Maradona’s record of 678 goals.

3. **Longest Goal Streak**: Messi has had a goal streak of 34 games during the 2018 World Cup, which was the longest active streak until he broke it in 2022.

4. **Most Goals Against Real Madrid**: Messi has scored 26 goals against Real Madrid, making him the player with the most goals against this team.

#### Neymar Jr.

Neymar Jr., another superstar from São Paulo, has also achieved impressive feats on the pitch. His goals records include:

1. **Most Goals in a Single Match**: In the 2014 FIFA Confederations Cup final, Neymar scored three goals, including two hat-tricks, to help Brazil win the tournament.

2. **Most Goals in a Single Competition**: Neymar scored 10 goals in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, contributing significantly to Brazil’s victory.

3. **Most Goals in a Single Serie A Season**: In 2016-2017,La Liga Frontline Neymar scored 30 goals for Paris Saint-Germain, setting a new record for Serie A.

4. **Most Goals in a Career**: As of 2023, Neymar has scored 474 goals in his career, tying with Lionel Messi for the second-highest goal count among active players.

#### Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus, known for his versatility and prolific scoring ability, has added more records to the list:

1. **Most Goals in a Single Career**: At just 22 years old, Jesus has already scored 238 goals in his career, which is the third-highest goal tally among young players.

2. **Fastest Goal in History**: In January 2021, Jesus scored a hat-trick in just 12 seconds, becoming the fastest goal scorer in La Liga history.

3. **Most Goals in a Single Match**: Jesus scored four goals in the 2022 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester City secure their first title since 2017.

4. **Most Goals in a Single Competition**: In the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Jesus scored five goals, demonstrating his dominance in international competitions.

These records demonstrate the exceptional talent and performance of players from São Paulo, showcasing the city’s contribution to football on both domestic and international stages. The achievements of these players continue to inspire aspiring athletes and fans alike, cementing their place in the annals of football history.

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