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Lionel Messi

Football

Career Overview

Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, Messi has spent the majority of his career at Barcelona, where he won numerous titles before moving to PSG and later Inter Miami. His exceptional dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring ability have redefined the sport.

Born

June 24, 1987

Rosario, Argentina

Records & Achievements

Notable Records

  • Most Ballon d'Or wins (8)
  • Most goals in La Liga history (474)
  • Most goals in a calendar year (91 in 2012)
  • FIFA World Cup Golden Ball winner (2022)

Major Awards

  • FIFA World Cup Winner (2022)
  • Copa América Winner (2021)
  • Olympic Gold Medal (2008)
  • 35+ club trophies