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Lionel Andres Messi Cuccittini

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birthday June 24, 1987

age 38

birthplace Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

nationality Argentine

height 5'7" (170 cm)

weight 159 lbs (72 kg)

zodiac Cancer

net worth $650 million (estimated)

team Inter Miami CF (MLS)

position Forward / Right Wing

jersey # 10

draft Signed with FC Barcelona academy at age 13 (2000)

contract Inter Miami through 2025 season + ownership option

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Who Is Lionel Messi?

Lionel Andres Messi is an Argentine professional footballer widely regarded as the greatest soccer player of all time. Playing as a forward for Inter Miami CF in Major League Soccer, Messi has won eight Ballon d'Or awards, a record no other player has matched. Standing 5 feet 7 inches tall, he overcame a childhood growth hormone deficiency to become the most decorated individual player in the history of the sport.

Born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina, Messi joined the youth system of Newell's Old Boys at age six. At 13, FC Barcelona offered to pay for his growth hormone treatment in exchange for his enrollment in La Masia, the club's legendary youth academy. He relocated to Spain with his family and made his first-team debut for Barcelona at age 17 in 2004, beginning a 21-year association with the club that would redefine modern football.

At Barcelona, Messi won 35 trophies including 10 La Liga titles, 4 UEFA Champions League titles, and 7 Copa del Rey titles. He scored 672 goals in 778 appearances, making him the club's all-time top scorer. He won six Ballon d'Or awards during his Barcelona tenure, finishing as the Champions League top scorer in six separate seasons. His partnership with Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta in Pep Guardiola's Barcelona team from 2008-2012 is considered by many as the greatest club side ever assembled.

After leaving Barcelona in 2021 due to the club's financial constraints, Messi spent two seasons at Paris Saint-Germain before joining Inter Miami CF in July 2023. He immediately transformed the MLS franchise, winning the Leagues Cup in his debut tournament and drawing record-breaking attendance across the league. His move to Miami sparked a massive surge in MLS viewership and ticket prices.

Messi's crowning achievement came at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where he led Argentina to the championship with a legendary performance in the final against France. The match, which ended 3-3 before Argentina won on penalties, is widely considered the greatest World Cup final ever played. He also won the Copa America in 2021 and 2024, completing the full set of major international trophies.

Career Timeline

2000 Joined FC Barcelona's La Masia youth academy at age 13

2004 Made first-team debut for Barcelona at age 17

2009 Won first Ballon d'Or; led Barcelona to historic treble under Pep Guardiola

2012 Scored 91 goals in a calendar year, breaking Gerd Muller's 40-year record

2015 Won fifth Ballon d'Or; led Barcelona to another Champions League title

2021 Left Barcelona after 21 years; won Copa America with Argentina; joined PSG

2022 Won FIFA World Cup with Argentina in Qatar; named tournament's best player

2023 Won record 8th Ballon d'Or; joined Inter Miami CF in MLS

2023 Won Leagues Cup with Inter Miami in his debut MLS tournament

2024 Won Copa America 2024 with Argentina; surpassed 100 international goals

Personal Life

Lionel Messi married his childhood sweetheart, Antonela Roccuzzo, in June 2017 in their hometown of Rosario, Argentina. They had known each other since age five, as Antonela is a cousin of Messi's childhood friend Lucas Scaglia. The couple has three sons: Thiago Messi (born 2012), Mateo Messi (born 2015), and Ciro Messi (born 2018). The family moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida after Messi signed with Inter Miami.

Messi's father, Jorge Messi, has served as his agent throughout his career. His mother, Celia Maria Cuccittini, and his two brothers, Rodrigo and Matias Messi, remain close to him. Messi is known for his reserved, introverted personality and preference for quiet family life over the celebrity spotlight. He holds dual Argentine and Spanish citizenship.

Lionel — Quick Facts

Messi was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency at age 10 and required nightly injections for several years. FC Barcelona agreed to cover the cost of his treatment when he was 13.
He holds the record for most goals scored in a calendar year with 91, set in 2012, breaking Gerd Muller's record from 1972.
Messi has won the Ballon d'Or eight times — more than any other player in history.
His first contract with Barcelona was famously signed on a paper napkin because no formal paper was available at the meeting.
Messi's Inter Miami jersey became the fastest-selling MLS jersey in history within 24 hours of his signing.
He is left-footed and has scored the vast majority of his career goals with his left foot, despite being able to finish comfortably with his right.
Messi has scored over 800 career goals in official matches across club and international football.
He earned approximately $130 million in total income in 2023, making him one of the highest-paid athletes in the world.
The 2022 World Cup final photo of Messi lifting the trophy became the most-liked Instagram post in history.
Despite his quiet demeanor, Messi holds the record for most man-of-the-match awards in World Cup history.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Lionel Messi?

Lionel Messi stands 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall. His relatively small stature is part of his story — he was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency at age 10 and required years of medical treatment, which FC Barcelona famously agreed to fund.

How old is Lionel Messi?

Messi was born on June 24, 1987, making him 38 years old. He continues to play professional soccer for Inter Miami CF in MLS, though he has indicated he is in the final years of his playing career.

How many Ballon d'Or awards has Messi won?

Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023). No other player in history has won more than five.

What team does Lionel Messi play for?

Messi plays for Inter Miami CF in Major League Soccer (MLS). He joined the club in July 2023 after spending two seasons at Paris Saint-Germain and 21 years at FC Barcelona.

Where is Lionel Messi from?

Messi was born in Rosario, in the Santa Fe province of Argentina. He moved to Barcelona, Spain at age 13 to join FC Barcelona's youth academy and lived in Spain for over 20 years before relocating to Miami in 2023.

What is Lionel Messi's net worth?

Messi's net worth is estimated at approximately $650 million. His income comes from his MLS salary, lifetime endorsement deals with Adidas, and numerous sponsorship partnerships with brands including Pepsi, Budweiser, and Louis Vuitton.

Did Lionel Messi win the World Cup?

Yes. Messi won the FIFA World Cup with Argentina in 2022 in Qatar, defeating France in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 3-3 draw in what many call the greatest World Cup final ever played. He also won the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player.

Is Lionel Messi married?

Yes, Messi married Antonela Roccuzzo in June 2017 in Rosario, Argentina. They have known each other since childhood and have three sons: Thiago (born 2012), Mateo (born 2015), and Ciro (born 2018).

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