Lionel Messi, born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina, is an iconic figure in the world

of football (soccer). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time.
Messi has received a record-setting eight Ballon d’Or awards, which are given annually to the
world’s top male player. His career highlights include:

 Club Career: Messi spent the majority of his club career at FC Barcelona, where he
became the youngest official player and goal scorer in the Spanish La Liga at the age
of 17. During his time with Barcelona, he won a club-record 34 trophies, including
ten La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey titles, and four UEFA Champions League
titles. In 2021, he transferred to Paris Saint-Germain and, as of 2023, plays for Inter
Miami12.
 International Career: With the Argentina national team, Messi has achieved
significant success, including winning the 2021 Copa América and the 2022 FIFA
World Cup. He holds the records for most goals in La Liga, most hat-tricks in La Liga
and the UEFA Champions League, and most international goals by a South American
male2.
 Personal Achievements: Messi has also won a record six European Golden Shoes
and was named the world’s best player a record eight times by FIFA2.

Despite his relatively small stature for a footballer, standing at 5 feet 7 inches, Messi’s
strength, balance, and skill on the field have made him a formidable player and a joy to watch
for football enthusiasts around the globe1.