Lionel Messi
Argentine footballer
Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini is an Argentine footballer, one of the most decorated footballers in the world. Born on June 24, 1987, in the Argentine city of Rosario. At the age of 13, he joined the youth academy of Spanish "Barcelona," which was unusual: the club had not previously signed foreign players of such a young age. In addition, "Barcelona" paid for Messi's parents' relocation and his treatment for growth hormone deficiency. Messi played for the main "Barcelona" team for 17 seasons, scoring 672 goals and winning the "Golden Boot" six times. In early 2026, information emerged that a contract with the American club "Inter Miami" was signed until 2028, after which Messi plans to end his career.
2003
at the age of 16, he made his debut in the main team of "Barcelona"
2005
signed a professional adult contract and permanently joined the main squad of "Barcelona", and immediately became the best player under 21 according to the Italian publication «Tuttosport»
2011
became the top scorer for "Barcelona" by scoring 235 goals for the club
2013
became the youngest player to reach the mark of 200 goals scored in the Spanish championships
2017
in a match against "Real" he scored his 500th goal for "Barcelona"
2021
played 768 matches for "Barcelona", becoming a record holder in this indicator, but in the same year he moved to French PSG
2023
signed a contract with the American club "Inter Miami"
