Quick Info
| Profession | Football Player |
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| Nationality | Argentine |
| Date of Birth | 24/06/1987 |
| Age | 39 years |
| Birthplace | Rosario, Argentina |
Latest News about Lionel Messi
13/06/2026
Lionel Messi scored a brace in Argentina's 3–0 FIFA World Cup qualifying win against Venezuela, becoming emotional as fans bid farewell to the 38-year-old. Despite the victory, Messi did not confirm his participation in the upcoming 2026 World Cup, stating he is taking it 'day by day' and that his age makes playing unlikely, though he remains open to the possibility if he feels physically ready.
09/06/2026
Lionel Messi exited Inter Miami's 6–4 victory against the Philadelphia Union in the 73rd minute due to suspected hamstring or leg fatigue, sparking brief concerns about his 2026 World Cup readiness. Post-game evaluations clarified the issue was muscle fatigue rather than a severe injury, alleviating worries about his participation in the tournament starting June 16 against Algeria.
22/04/2026
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi remains unconfirmed for Argentina's sixth tournament appearance despite being a regular for Inter Miami and the national team. While coach Lionel Scaloni expressed strong support for Messi's presence, the final decision rests solely with the player, who has previously stated he considered himself done with World Cups after winning in 2022.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Lionel Andrés Messi |
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| Nickname(s) | Leo, Atomic Flea, La Pulga, La Pulga Atomica, Messidona |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 67 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| School | Did Not Attend |
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| College/University | Did Not Attend |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Ethnicity | Hispanic |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Address | Messi lives in a small area called Bellamar, a prestigious and expensive suburb of Castelldefels, Barcelona |
| Hobbies | Playing Video Games, Listening to Music |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Antonella Roccuzzo (Model and Dietician) (2007-2017) |
| Marriage Date | 30/06/2017 |
Family
| Father | Jorge Horácio Messi (Steel Factory Worker) |
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| Mother | Celia María Cuccittini |
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| Spouse | Antonella Roccuzzo (Model and Dietician) |
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Career
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| Position | Forward | ||||
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| Agent | Guillermo Marin | ||||
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| Career Turning Point | In 2007, when he scored a hat-trick against Real Madrid and ended the match with a draw while playing for Barcelona. |
Favourites
| Footballer | Pablo Aimar |
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| Book | El Martin Fierro by Jorge Luis Borges |
| Colour | Red |
| Film | Baby's Day Out (1994) |
Style Quotient
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/leomessi/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/leomessi | |
| https://twitter.com/LeoMessi | |
| X | https://twitter.com/LeoMessi |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Lionel Messi is hailed as one of football's most renowned players worldwide. | |
| 2. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history. | |
| 3. Messi represents both the Argentina national football team and FC Barcelona in Spain. | |
| 4. At the age of 4, he discovered his love for sports and began playing at local club "Grandoli," coached by his father. | |
| 5. To honor his late grandmother, Messi points to the sky after scoring goals. | |
| 6. Born in Rosario, Argentina, Messi shares this birthplace with the famous Che Guevara and acts as Rosario's international ambassador. | |
| 7. He was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency at age 10. | |
| 8. Messi made his first-team debut at 16 for FC Barcelona, impressing the legendary Ronaldinho. | |
| 9. Having dual citizenship, Messi holds Spanish and Argentine passports. | |
| 10. In 2005, Messi's international debut was short-lived with a red card after just 47 seconds. | |
| 11. Spanish Media dubs him "La Pulga" due to his agility and quick direction changes. | |
| 12. He is a left-footed player known for running faster with the ball than without it. | |
| 13. Messi is recognized as one of the best dribblers globally and has drawn comparisons to Diego Maradona. | |
| 14. Despite not singing Argentina's National Anthem, Messi expresses his patriotism in his own way. | |
| 15. Forbes listed him as the second-highest-paid athlete in 2015. | |
| 16. A solid gold replica of his left foot was sold for charity in 2013. | |
| 17. A documentary 'Messi' was made about his life premiering at the Venice Film Festival. | |
| 18. Messi engages in charity work and became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2010. | |
| 19. He founded the Leo Messi Foundation to support children in education, health, and sports. | |
| 20. After briefly retiring from international football, Messi led Argentina to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. | |
| 21. Messi's wife, Antonella Roccuzzo, has a connection to him through football as well. | |
| 22. Forbes named him the world's highest-paid athlete in 2018. | |
| 23. He holds the record for most Ballon d’Or awards, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo in 2019. | |
| 24. In 2021, Messi triumphed in the Copa America with Argentina, marking his first international trophy win. | |
| 25. In 2021, Messi had to bid farewell to Barcelona due to financial constraints, where he had won numerous trophies. | |
| 26. Messi became the global brand ambassador and sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2022 through Byju’s. | |
| 27. In 2023, Messi appeared on the Argentinian TV show 'Los Protectores,' endorsing a project to assist young players. | |
| 28. In 2025, Messi led Inter Miami to win their first MLS Cup title. |