Barca victory against Bayern Munich

A wonder goal from Lionel Messi gave FC Barcelona victory in the inaugural Franz Beckenbauer Cup against Bayern Munich and Mehmet Scholl received a hero's send-off in his final game for the German club.The Argentinian played his first pre-season game for the Blaugrana and netted a stunning winner in the second half of a game that also saw Gaby Milito make his debut. Scholl was substituted early in the second period and was able to say farewell to the fans after calling time on his career by enjoying a lap of honour while the game continued behind him.While Bayern were able to use the game to maintain their fitness levels after starting their league campaign at the weekend, Frank Rijkaard was able to test tactics and players as part of his pre-season programme. Despite being a friendly, the game was intense and played at a quick pace as both sides looked to break down each other's stern defence. The visitors opened with Henry, Ronaldinho and Samuel Eto'o up front together and it was the French international that spurned the best chance of the half for his side. After beating the Bayern offside trap, Henry saw his first effort saved by Oliver Kahn and he then steered the rebound wide of the post.Deco coming on to toe-poke wide from outside the area before Milito made his first appearance in Blaugrana colours when replaced Lilian Thuram in the centre of defence. Ribery drove over from 25 yards and Altintop could not resist one more drive from distance that flew just wide, while Henry headed wide after being picked out by Dos Santos at the other end.Messi volleyed home the only goal of the evening with a shot that flew past Michael Rensing and into the net via the far post.