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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
Hyderabad readies for Messi mania, rolls out welcome for football legend
December 12, 2025 5:27 pm
Messi will touch down at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Saturday.
Shah Rukh Khan confirms appearance in Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on December 13 for Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour
December 11, 2025 9:10 pm
"This time round not planning my Knight in Kolkata…. and hoping the day Ride is completely ‘Messi’. See you guys on the 13th at the Salt Lake Stadium," Shah Rukh posted on X.
Lionel Messi wins MVP of 2025 for MLS season: 35 goals, 28 assists in Inter Miami’s maiden MLS triumph
December 10, 2025 10:21 am
Messi had joined Inter Miami in July 2023, midway through the season, when the team was in the last place of the domestic league. In 2024, he played from January to December, winning the MVP. 2025 has been a great year for Messi and his team, as they won the MLS Cup.
Lionel Messi considers Pep Guardiola the best manager
December 07, 2025 9:14 pm
After leaving Barcelona after a highly successful stint in which they won 14 major titles between 2008 and 2012 with Messi being one of the main pillars of the side, Guardiola went to Bayern Munich and is now guiding Manchester City.
Project Mahadeva: 30 Boys, 30 Girls & a common dream to meet Lionel Messi
December 07, 2025 2:14 pm
Significantly, 60 athletes identified throgh Project Mahadeva will also get a chance to train directly under global icon Lionel Messi, when he visits India later this month, at the GOAT Football Clinic
'At worst, I'll be watching 2026 World Cup live': Lionel Messi hoping to play in Argentina's title defence
December 04, 2025 11:59 pm
Lionel Messi stopped just short of confirming his availability for the 2026 World Cup but stated that Argentina have a good chance of retaining the title.
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).
