I think that what made a difference between this Messi and the 2015/16 Messi,is the amount of shots he made.He looked really confident and hungry in front of goal,which resulted in those two stunners,which could have been even more if Adan hadn't made a few good saves.
That's the Leo we all want to see...The "creator Leo" is still a fantastic player and by far the best player in every match,but the "Creator+Finisher Leo" is,like someone said, "GOAT on steroids".He is so awesome,it becomes trrrifying watching him,even when you are a Barca fan.(ofc ge still creates loads of chances for his teammates,but when you are the best you owe it to yourself to be "selfish" from time to time)
I just hope that he will continue like this.If he does,we seriously have a legit chance for another treble.Ofc he cannot make such brilliant performances week in-week out;that would make 2012 Messi look like an amateur
But if he keeps this level for the most games and especially the important matches,then god help us all!
I just prey that he will still try to be a scorer even when Ney comes back,as he tends to be too unselfish when Ney is on.