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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 ...
Lionel Messi Overview
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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
Ronaldo in Riyadh, Messi in Miami and tussle to keep Salah in Liverpool: Football in grip of turf war between Arabia, America and Europe
September 01, 2023 7:09 am
The Gulf nation’s unmatched opulence, coupled with USA’s in-your-face glamour, challenges Europe’s monopoly on football.
Watch: Lionel Mess scores a dazzling goal in MLS debut
August 27, 2023 7:53 am
Lionel Messi has 11 goals in nine games for Miami in all competitions.
Montpellier turns to 'Jordanian Messi' to make up for the loss of prolific striker
August 24, 2023 3:10 pm
The striker had been piling up goals last season — 19 in 33 French league matches — drawing the interest of some big clubs in Europe
Lionel Messi double assist, penalty kick powers Inter Miami to yet another final
August 24, 2023 5:06 pm
Lionel Messi failed to score for the first time since joining Inter Miami last month.
Watch: Nashville SC minority owner Giannis breaks into Ronaldo's 'Siuuu' celebration ahead of Leagues Cup final against Messi's Inter Miami
August 20, 2023 10:37 am
Antetokounmpo delighted the fans by burying a shot from distance and emulating the goal celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Lionel Messi scores in regulation, penalties to lead Inter Miami past Nashville in Leagues Cup final
August 20, 2023 9:59 am
Messi scored for the 10th time in seven games since joining Inter Miami — all in the Leagues Cup competition — converting in the 23rd minute.
Watch: Lionel Messi scores a sensational goal in Leagues Cup final
August 20, 2023 7:54 am
Messi scores his 10th goal in 7 games as Inter Miami take early lead vs Nashville in League Cup final.
'My kids came up with the idea': Lionel Messi reveals his superhero celebrations
August 18, 2023 12:59 pm
The star forward left Paris Saint Germain earlier in the summer and went to David Beckham owned Inter Miami.
'It was difficult in Paris': Lionel Messi says he never wanted to leave Barcelona for PSG
August 18, 2023 7:42 am
Lionel Messi, who was forced out of Barcelona in 2021 due to its financial issues, has taken a swipe at PSG by claiming he never wanted to join the Ligue 1 club in the first place.
Lionel Messi makes shortlist for UEFA award as best player last season alongside Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland
August 17, 2023 7:52 pm
Messi won the UEFA award twice in its 12-year history, both in years when Barcelona was the European champion.
