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	Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi~~'''~~ (born 24 June 1987) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and captains the Argentina national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history, Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards, six European Golden Shoes and numerous other individual honours.<ref>https://www.~~fifa~~.com/</ref>		Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi (born 24 June 1987) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and captains the Argentina national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history, Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards, six European Golden Shoes and numerous other individual honours.<ref>https://www.kreedon.com/lionel-messi-biography-the-maestro-of-modern-football</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==

	Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe Province, Argentina, to Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini. He grew up in a football-loving family alongside his brothers Rodrigo and Matías and his sister María Sol. From an early age, Messi showed exceptional football talent and joined local club Grandoli at the age of four.~~<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lionel-Messi</ref>~~		Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe Province, Argentina, to Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini. He grew up in a football-loving family alongside his brothers Rodrigo and Matías and his sister María Sol. From an early age, Messi showed exceptional football talent and joined local club Grandoli at the age of four.

	At the age of ten, Messi was diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. Barcelona later agreed to cover his medical treatment expenses, leading to his move to Spain in 2000.		At the age of ten, Messi was diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. Barcelona later agreed to cover his medical treatment expenses, leading to his move to Spain in 2000.<ref>https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/lionel-messi-biography-1820004908-1</ref>

	== Youth Career ==		== Youth Career ==
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	=== Newell's Old Boys ===		=== Newell's Old Boys ===

	Messi joined Newell's Old Boys as a child and became part of the famous youth team known as "The Machine of '87". During his youth years he scored nearly 500 goals for the club's academy teams.		Messi joined Newell's Old Boys as a child and became part of the famous youth team known as "The Machine of '87". During his youth years he scored nearly 500 goals for the club's academy teams.<ref>https://indianexpress.com/article/books-and-literature/goat-5-books-lionel-messi-argentine-football-10418212/</ref>

	=== Barcelona Youth Academy ===		=== Barcelona Youth Academy ===

	In 2000, Messi joined Barcelona's academy, La Masia, after impressing club officials during a trial in Spain. He quickly progressed through the youth ranks and became one of the academy's greatest talents.<ref>https://~~www.fcbarcelona~~.com/</ref>		In 2000, Messi joined Barcelona's academy, La Masia, after impressing club officials during a trial in Spain. He quickly progressed through the youth ranks and became one of the academy's greatest talents.<ref>https://bolavip.com/en/world-cup/players-born-outside-argentina-who-are-teammates-with-lionel-messi-at-the-2026-world-cup</ref>

	== Club Career ==		== Club Career ==
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	* Became Barcelona's all-time top scorer		* Became Barcelona's all-time top scorer

	Messi scored 672 goals for Barcelona, making him the highest goalscorer for a single club in football history.<ref>https://~~www~~.~~fcbarcelona~~.com/</ref>		Messi scored 672 goals for Barcelona, making him the highest goalscorer for a single club in football history.<ref>https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/news/cristiano-wasnt-born-a-genius-cristiano-ronaldo-vs-lionel-messi-debate-reignites-after-luiz-felipe-scolaris-stunning-ballon-dor-voting-confession/articleshow/131295083.cms</ref>

	=== Paris Saint-Germain ===		=== Paris Saint-Germain ===
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	=== Inter Miami ===		=== Inter Miami ===

	Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 and transformed football's popularity in the United States.		Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 and transformed football's popularity in the United States.<ref>https://www.cityairnews.com/content/amritsar-born-election-strategist-naresh-arora-meets-football-superstar-lionel-messi</ref>

	Achievements with Inter Miami include:		Achievements with Inter Miami include:
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	* Club captain and all-time leading scorer		* Club captain and all-time leading scorer

	His arrival created worldwide attention often referred to as "Messimania".~~<ref>https://www.mlssoccer.com/</ref>~~		His arrival created worldwide attention often referred to as "Messimania".

	== International Career ==		== International Career ==
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	* Argentina's most-capped player		* Argentina's most-capped player

	Messi played a crucial role in ending Argentina's long international trophy drought and led the nation to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022.~~<ref>https://www.fifa.com/</ref>~~		Messi played a crucial role in ending Argentina's long international trophy drought and led the nation to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022.

	== Playing Style ==		== Playing Style ==
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	== Rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo ==		== Rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo ==

	Messi's rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest rivalries in sports history. Their competition dominated world football for more than fifteen years and inspired debates about the greatest footballer of all time.~~<ref>https://www.goal.com/</ref>~~		Messi's rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest rivalries in sports history. Their competition dominated world football for more than fifteen years and inspired debates about the greatest footballer of all time.

	== Personal Life ==		== Personal Life ==
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	* Supported children's education initiatives		* Supported children's education initiatives
	* Contributed to disaster relief projects worldwide		* Contributed to disaster relief projects worldwide

	~~<ref>https://www.unicef.org/</ref>~~

	== Business Ventures ==		== Business Ventures ==
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	* Hospitality projects		* Hospitality projects

	In 2026 he entered the Forbes Billionaires list for the first time.~~<ref>https://www.forbes.com/</ref>~~		In 2026 he entered the Forbes Billionaires list for the first time.

	== Records and Achievements ==		== Records and Achievements ==
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	== Legacy ==		== Legacy ==

	Lionel Messi is widely considered one of the greatest footballers of all time and one of the most influential athletes in history. His achievements, longevity and impact on football have made him a global sporting icon and one of the defining figures of the 21st century.~~<ref>https://www.iffhs.com/</ref>~~		Lionel Messi is widely considered one of the greatest footballers of all time and one of the most influential athletes in history. His achievements, longevity and impact on football have made him a global sporting icon and one of the defining figures of the 21st century.

	== References ==		== References ==

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Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi''' (born 24 June 1987) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and captains the Argentina national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history, Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards, six European Golden Shoes and numerous other individual honours.<ref>https://www.fifa.com/</ref>

== Early Life and Education ==

Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe Province, Argentina, to Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini. He grew up in a football-loving family alongside his brothers Rodrigo and Matías and his sister María Sol. From an early age, Messi showed exceptional football talent and joined local club Grandoli at the age of four.<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lionel-Messi</ref>

At the age of ten, Messi was diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. Barcelona later agreed to cover his medical treatment expenses, leading to his move to Spain in 2000.

== Youth Career ==

=== Newell's Old Boys ===

Messi joined Newell's Old Boys as a child and became part of the famous youth team known as "The Machine of '87". During his youth years he scored nearly 500 goals for the club's academy teams.

=== Barcelona Youth Academy ===

In 2000, Messi joined Barcelona's academy, La Masia, after impressing club officials during a trial in Spain. He quickly progressed through the youth ranks and became one of the academy's greatest talents.<ref>https://www.fcbarcelona.com/</ref>

== Club Career ==

=== Barcelona ===

Messi made his first-team debut for Barcelona in 2004 at the age of 17.

During his legendary career at Barcelona he:

* Won 10 La Liga titles
* Won 4 UEFA Champions League titles
* Won 7 Copa del Rey titles
* Won 3 FIFA Club World Cups
* Became Barcelona's all-time top scorer

Messi scored 672 goals for Barcelona, making him the highest goalscorer for a single club in football history.<ref>https://www.fcbarcelona.com/</ref>

=== Paris Saint-Germain ===

Following financial difficulties at Barcelona, Messi joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021.

During his time in France he:

* Won two Ligue 1 titles
* Won the Trophée des Champions
* Won the Ligue 1 Foreign Player of the Year award

=== Inter Miami ===

Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 and transformed football's popularity in the United States.

Achievements with Inter Miami include:

* Leagues Cup winner
* MLS Cup winner
* MLS MVP awards in 2024 and 2025
* Club captain and all-time leading scorer

His arrival created worldwide attention often referred to as "Messimania".<ref>https://www.mlssoccer.com/</ref>

== International Career ==

Messi made his senior debut for Argentina in 2005.

Major international achievements include:

* Olympic Gold Medal (2008)
* Copa América winner (2021 and 2024)
* FIFA World Cup winner (2022)
* Argentina's all-time leading scorer
* Argentina's most-capped player

Messi played a crucial role in ending Argentina's long international trophy drought and led the nation to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022.<ref>https://www.fifa.com/</ref>

== Playing Style ==

Messi is famous for:

* Exceptional dribbling ability
* Vision and passing
* Playmaking intelligence
* Close ball control
* Free-kick accuracy
* Finishing ability

His low centre of gravity and quick acceleration earned him the nickname '''"La Pulga"''' (The Flea).

== Rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo ==

Messi's rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest rivalries in sports history. Their competition dominated world football for more than fifteen years and inspired debates about the greatest footballer of all time.<ref>https://www.goal.com/</ref>

== Personal Life ==

Messi married childhood friend Antonela Roccuzzo in 2017. The couple has three sons.

He maintains close ties with his hometown of Rosario and has repeatedly expressed his love for Newell's Old Boys, the club where he began his football journey.

== Philanthropy ==

Messi founded the '''Leo Messi Foundation''' in 2007 to support healthcare and education for children.

He has also:

* Served as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
* Donated to hospitals and healthcare programs
* Supported children's education initiatives
* Contributed to disaster relief projects worldwide

<ref>https://www.unicef.org/</ref>

== Business Ventures ==

Messi has endorsement partnerships with several global brands, including Adidas.

His business interests include:

* Sports investments
* Clothing and lifestyle brands
* Media partnerships
* Hospitality projects

In 2026 he entered the Forbes Billionaires list for the first time.<ref>https://www.forbes.com/</ref>

== Records and Achievements ==

Lionel Messi holds numerous football records including:

* Most Ballon d'Or awards (8)
* Most goals in a calendar year (91)
* Most goals for a single club (672)
* Most goals in La Liga history
* Most FIFA World Cup goals
* Most assists in international football

== Honours ==

=== Team Honours ===

* FIFA World Cup ×1
* Copa América ×2
* UEFA Champions League ×4
* La Liga ×10
* Ligue 1 ×2
* MLS Cup ×1

=== Individual Honours ===

* Ballon d'Or ×8
* European Golden Shoe ×6
* FIFA Best Player ×8
* Laureus World Sportsman of the Year ×2

== Legacy ==

Lionel Messi is widely considered one of the greatest footballers of all time and one of the most influential athletes in history. His achievements, longevity and impact on football have made him a global sporting icon and one of the defining figures of the 21st century.<ref>https://www.iffhs.com/</ref>

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