| Lionel Messi | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Lionel Andrés Messi |
| Gender | Male |
| Birth Date | 24 June 1987 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birth Place | Rosario, Argentina |
| Nationality | American |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $1.15 billion |
Who is Lionel Messi?
1987. Born in Argentina, lionel Messi was born on the 24 th of June 1987 in Rosario. Santa Fe. He was the third of four children in a football loving family and from a young age developed a passion for the sport, often playing with his older brothers and cousins who later also became professional footballers. 1991. Joining Grandallye Club. At the age of four. Messi joined local club Grandelye where he was coached by his father. His earliest influence as a player came from his maternal grandmother Celia, who often accompanied him to training and matches.
- Newell’s Old Boys. A lifelong supporter of newell’s Old Boys. Messy joined the Rosario club when he was six years old. During his six years there, he scored almost 500 goals and regularly entertained crowds with his ball tricks.
- Diagnosed with growth deficiency at the age of ten, messy’s future as a professional player was threatened when he was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency. His father’s health insurance covered only two years of treatment, and when Newells reneged on their promise to contribute, his career was put at risk 2 thousand trial with Barcelona. As the Messi family had relatives in Catalonia, they arranged a trial with Barcelona in September 2 thousand. Despite initial hesitation from the board. Messi was offered a contract on a paper napkin and in February 2 thousand and one the family relocated to Barcelona 2 thousand and two joining Lamia. After a year at barcelona’s youth academy. Lamia Messi was enrolled in the Royal Spanish Football Federation in February 2 thousand and two. He quickly became an integral part of barcelona’s Baby Dream team, becoming their top scorer with 36 goals in 30 games during his first full season.
2 thousand and four. First professional contract. Messi signed his first professional contract on the 4th of February 2 thousand and four, which lasted until 2012 and contained an initial buyout clause of 30 million euros. He made his debut for Barcelona B a month later, gradually increasing his muscle mass and strength to compete with older and taller opponents 2 thousand and four. Promotion to first team. During the 2 thousand and 4. 2 thousand and five season. Messi was a guaranteed starter for the B team. In October 2 thousand and four, the senior players asked manager Frank Regard to promote him. He made his league debut in the following match, becoming at the time the youngest player to represent Barcelona in an official competition 2 thousand and five. First senior goal. Messi scored his first senior goal on the first of May 2 thousand and five against Albacete from an assist by Ronald Dino. He became at that time the youngest ever scorer for the club 2 thousand and five. Senior team contract. On his 18 th birthday. Messi signed his first contract as a senior team player, making him a Barcelona player until 20. Ten. His buyout clause increased to 100 and 50 million euros.
2 thousand and five acquiring Spanish citizenship. On the 26 th of September 2 thousand and five Messi acquired Spanish citizenship and became eligible to play in La Liga. He gradually established himself as the first choice rightwing, forming an attacking trio with Ronaldinho and striker Samuel Ito.
2 Thousand and Seven emerging Superstar. During the 2 Thousand and 6. 2 Thousand and Seven campaign, the 19 -year-old Messi established himself as one of the best players in the world despite being plagued by major injuries. He scored 17 goals in 36 games across all competitions, reflecting his growing importance to the club 2 Thousand and Nine winning Ballondor in 2 Thousand and Nine. Messy won his first Ballon Door, the award for the best footballer in the world, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in the sport. He won the award again in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019 and 2021, making him the player with the most Ballenddor Awards in history. 2012. Breaking goals record. In 2012. Messy set a record for the most goals scored in a calendar year with 91 goals in all competitions. This surpassed the previous record of 85 held by Gerd Muller. 2 Thousand and 14. World Cup Final. In 2014. Messi led Argentina to the FIFA World Cup final, where they were defeated by Germany. Despite the loss, messi’s performances throughout the tournament earned him the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.
2018 FIFA World Cup. Messi represented Argentina in the 2018 World Cup in Russia. However. Argentina were eliminated in the round of 16 by France. 2020 transfer request. In August 2020. Messi sent a bureau fax to Barcelona, expressing his wish to leave the club. However, he ended up staying for the 2020 to 2021 season due to a dispute over the legality of a clause in his contract. - Leaving Barcelona. In August 2021. Barcelona announced that Messi would be leaving the club due to financial difficulties that prevented them from renewing his contract. This marked the end of messy’s 20 -year career at Barcelona, where he became the club’s all-time top scorer and won numerous titles. 2021. Joining Paris Saint- Germain. After leaving Barcelona. Messi joined Paris St. Germain PSG on a two-year contract with an option for a third year. This marked the start of a new chapter in his illustrious career. 2022. Winning the World Cup. Messi finally achieved his dream of lifting the World Cup trophy with Argentina after leading his team to a thrilling victory over France in the final. Messi scored the opening goal from a penalty kick and was named the best player of the tournament. He became the first man to score in every game of a World Cup knockout round in a single tournament. 2023, returning to Barcelona. After two seasons with PSG. Messi decided to return to his former club Barcelona, where he had spent 21 years of his career. He signed a new contract with Barcelona until 2024. Rejecting offers from Saudi Arabia and the MLS. Messi said he wanted to finish his career at the club that gave him everything and hoped to win more titles with them.
