- Age: 35 (Born June 24, 1987)
- Birthplace: Rosario, Argentina
- Profession: Professional soccer player
- Height: 5’7″ (170 cm)
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- School: Escuela Primaria N° 66 “Gral. Las Heras”
- Education: N/A
- Nationality: Argentine
Awards:
Lionel Messi has won numerous awards and titles throughout his career, including 7 Ballon d’Or titles, 4 Champions League titles, and 10 La Liga titles with FC Barcelona.
Net Worth:
As of 2023, Lionel Messi’s net worth is estimated to be around $400 million.
Career:
Overview
Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time. He began his professional career with FC Barcelona at the age of 17 and quickly rose to prominence with his incredible dribbling skills, playmaking ability, and goal-scoring prowess. Messi has spent the majority of his career at Barcelona, breaking numerous records and winning countless titles, before joining Paris Saint-Germain in 2021.
Milestones and Achievements
- Holds the record for the most goals scored in a calendar year, with 91 goals in 2012.
- Became the all-time top scorer for both FC Barcelona and the Argentine national team.
- Has won the FIFA Ballon d’Or award 7 times, the most by any player in history.
Personal Life:
Relationships
Lionel Messi married his longtime girlfriend, Antonela Roccuzzo, in 2017.
Family
Lionel Messi has three children with his wife Antonela: sons Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro.
Trivia and Lesser-Known Facts:
- Messi was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency as a child, and FC Barcelona agreed to pay for his treatments when he joined their youth academy, La Masia.
- He is the founder of the Leo Messi Foundation, which supports access to education and health care for vulnerable children.
- Messi is also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, advocating for children’s rights around the world.
Social Media Links:
- Instagram: @leomessi
- Twitter: @TeamMessi (Note: This is not Messi’s personal account, but an account dedicated to his career and achievements)
- Facebook: @LeoMessi
