Scoring a hat-trick in a single half is an impressive feat, and Lionel Messi achieved it for FC Barcelona with three goals against Valencia. However, he is not the only Barcelona player to accomplish this remarkable achievement. Before Messi, both Romario and Samuel Eto’o also scored hat-tricks in a single half.
Romario achieved this feat in the 1993-94 season during a match against Atletico Madrid, where he scored three goals in one half, even though Barcelona ended up losing the game 4-3.
Samuel Eto’o had an even more remarkable performance. On November 8, 2008, Eto’o scored four goals in the first half against Valladolid, leading Barcelona to victory. This impressive display showcased Eto’o’s scoring prowess and contributed to a memorable performance for the team.
