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Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi: A Footballing Colossus Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi, born June 24, 1987, is an Argentine footballer currently captaining Inter Miami CF and the Argentina national team. Considered one of the greatest players ever, Messi boasts a record eight Ballon d'Or awards and eight FIFA World ...
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- Full name Lionel Andrés Messi
- Date of birth 24 June 1987 (age 37)
- Place of birth Rosario, Argentina
- Height 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
- Position(s) Forward
- Current team Inter Miami
- Number 10
- Family Antonela Roccuzzo, Maxi Biancucchi, Emanuel Biancucchi
- Citizenship Argentina, Spain, Italy
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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Last Updated : 26/03/25, 11:47 PMLionel Messi: A Legacy Forged in Blue and White Lionel Messi's international career, spanning two decades, is a tapestry woven with both triumph and heartbreak. A dual Argentine-Spanish national, he debuted for Argentina's U20 team in 2004, culminating in victory at the 2005 FIFA World Youth Champio...
PLAYER PROFILE
Lionel Messi: A Legacy Forged on Finesse and Triumph Lionel Messi's diminutive stature belies his immense agility and balance, earning him the moniker "La Pulga Atómica." His low center of gravity allows for rapid changes in direction, evading tackles with remarkable ease. Despite his slight ...
LIONEL MESSI NEWS
Salt Lake Stadium visit, unveiling of 70-foot statue: Itinerary of Lionel Messi as he returns to Kolkata after 14 years
December 01, 2025 3:57 pm
Lionel Messi's three-day tour of India will begin in Kolkata on December 13, followed by stops in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, concluding on December 15.
Bend it like Revanth: How Telangana CM is preparing for Messi visit
November 29, 2025 7:05 am
Messi will play in Hyderabad on December 13. His India tour also includes visits to Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi.
'See you soon India': Lionel Messi confirms Hyderabad as 4th city in India tour
November 28, 2025 10:55 pm
"Thanks for all the love from India! The GOAT tour kicks off in a few weeks' time!!! I'm happy to share that Hyderabad has been added to my visits to Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi. See you soon India!" Messi posted.
Lionel Messi scores a goal and provides three assists for Inter Miami to set MLS playoff record
November 24, 2025 10:50 am
Thanks to his heroics on Sunday, Messi set an MLS playoff record with 12 goal contributions (six goals, six assists).
Lionel Messi's bodyguard Yassine Cheuko impresses the internet with his intense fitness routine
November 26, 2025 10:43 am
He can be seen doing a lot of bodyweight training, boxing, and more.
'Barca is above every one of us': Joan Laporta reacts to Lionel Messi’s comments about returning to Barcelona in future
November 13, 2025 9:31 pm
Joan Laporta’s comments come after Lionel Messi visited Nou Camp on Sunday, with the club unaware of his visit, and later took to Instagram on Monday to express a desire to return to Barcelona one day.
'I really want to go back there': Lionel Messi's honest admission on Barcelona return
November 11, 2025 8:15 pm
Messi opened up about eventually finding a way back to Barcelona, the club where he was molded into one of the best in the world.
‘That’s going to be a forever memory’: Lionel Messi spotted in couple’s dating video on Barcelona street
November 11, 2025 4:27 pm
In the viral clip, the couple can be seen dancing when the woman suddenly sees Lionel Messi walking behind them with his entourage.
'I hope one day I can come back': Lionel Messi says after secret visit to Camp Nou
November 10, 2025 6:53 pm
Messi left Barcelona in tears at the end of the 2020-21 season because the Blaugrana’s financial issues did not allow the Argentine to sign a new contract.
Hyderabad replaces Ahmedabad in Lionel Messi's 'GOAT Tour of India 2025’
November 02, 2025 9:32 am
Messi's tour will start in Kolkata on December 13, followed by Hyderabad the same evening. He then travels to Mumbai on December 14 and will conclude the tour in New Delhi on December 15.
LIONEL MESSI PHOTOS
Lionel Messi adds the ultra-rare Rolex Daytona Barbie watch -- only 10 of which can be found worldwide -- to his collection; see photos
August 14, 2025 4:44 pm
Do you know how much this exclusive timepiece costs?
In Pics | Argentines erupt in joy after epic World Cup final
December 19, 2022 8:04 am
It was the country’s third World Cup title, and the first since 1986.
FIFA World Cup Final 2022: Messi wins the World Cup, Argentina beat France in thrilling finale
December 19, 2022 12:53 am
Lionel Messi scored on a 23rd-minute penalty kick after a foul on Di Maria. Thirteen minutes later Di Maria finished off a flowing team move involving a deft flick from Messi.
Ballon d'Or 2021: Lionel Messi and Alexia Putellas win awards
November 30, 2021 9:21 am
Lionel Messi won the men's Ballon d'Or for a record-extending seventh time on Monday, ending the year in style after a brilliant final season with Barcelona and earning his first major international trophy with Argentina.
Messi pays his debt to Argentina with Copa America title
July 11, 2021 12:01 pm
Argentina finally made Lionel Messi cry with joy after four losses in finals, early exits in major tournaments and even a decision to retire from the national team.
Lionel Messi's journey to greatness at Camp Nou: At a glance
August 27, 2020 1:35 pm
After being associated with FC Barcelona for nearly two decades, star footballer Lionel Messi has finally decided to leave the Catalan side. We take a look at the time he spent at Camp Nou, where he won six Ballon d’Or awards and helped the club win 10 La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions League crowns.
From MS Dhoni's runout to Barcelona's Anfield misery, iconic sporting images of 2019
December 24, 2019 9:05 am
2019 offered all sporting moments that got etched in our minds — here are few snapshots, ranging from MS Dhoni's runout in the World Cup semi-final to Rafael Nadal bursting into tears after winning the US Open.
From England's World Cup win to PV Sindhu's gold, moments of sporting greatness in 2019
December 19, 2019 7:37 pm
A look back on the year which started off with Naomi Osaka lifting the Australian Open title and ended with Lionel Messi winning his record sixth Ballon d'Or.
Lionel Messi's hometown Rosario offers emotional trip to his childhood
December 10, 2019 12:45 pm
Soccer wasn't always Lionel Messi's favorite activity. When he was a child in the modest neighborhood of La Bajada in his Argentine hometown of Rosario, he spent his time bicycling with friends, building forts out of branches and stones, playing hide and seek — and occasionally stealing lemons from a neighbor to make juice.
Lionel Messi, Megan Rapinoe win Ballon d'Or awards
December 03, 2019 9:57 am
Lionel Messi won a record sixth Ballon d'Or while World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe earned the women's prize on Monday.
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LIONEL MESSI VIDEOS
From plastic bag to the real thing: Messi delights Afghan boy with signed jersey
February 26, 2016 3:18 pm
'No excuse' for Arsenal after Barcelona defeat
February 24, 2016 5:57 pm
