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Messi relies on his speed and agility as a player to get past players and create chances for himself or his teammates, so most of these skills involves very quick movement and agility.

Shoulder Drop:
Messi uses this in almost every single thing he does in the ball, it allows you to quickly get away from defenders without touching the ball. All you do is lean your shoulder and hip one way then accelerate the opposite. Very commonly used to try to get a pass or shot off.

Razerblade Cut:
Very smooth move if done correctly. This is a way to get behind your opponent and buy yourself some space and time to get a pass or shot away. Use this when a defender is running shoulder to shoulder with you to be able to get behind him. Must be going at a quick pace and do this quickly for it to be more effective.

Toe Poke:
Very simple move but involves perfect timing to do. Wait til a defender dives in at you and just toe poke the ball under, around, or through his legs to get passed him, caution though, must be quick to beat him back to the ball!

Mini Fake Shot:
Must be going at fast pace. Have a defender backing up towards his goal and act like you are shooting but chop it the opposite way. Use speed to break away and get a real shot off. Most popular use of this was Messi vs Boateng.