Messi is the first player to reach 20 assists in a single LaLiga season since Xavi (20) in 2008/09
Messi is the second player to score 20 goals (22) and provide 20 assists in a single season in the Top 5 European Leagues in the 21st century after Thierry Henry (24 goals and 20 assists in 2002/03 for Arsenal) [opta]