Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina, Messi's football journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Here is a brief overview of his football history:




1. Early Life and Youth Career

 Messi began playing football at a very young age. His talent was evident even as a child, and he joined the youth team of his hometown club, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of seven. His family moved to Spain when he was 13 to help him pursue a career in football.

2. FC Barcelona (2000-2021)

 Messi joined the youth ranks of FC Barcelona's famed La Masia academy in 2000. He quickly progressed through the ranks and made his first-team debut in 2004 at the age of 17. Over the next 17 years, Messi became the heart and soul of Barcelona's team, breaking numerous records and achieving incredible success.

  •    Individual Awards

Messi has won numerous Ballon d'Or awards, given to the world's best player. He has won it multiple times during his career.

  •    Team Achievements

With Barcelona, Messi won numerous domestic and international titles, including La Liga, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League, and FIFA Club World Cup. He played a crucial role in the club's historic treble-winning seasons in 2008-09 and 2014-15.

  •    Records

Messi set numerous records during his time at Barcelona, including becoming the club's all-time top scorer and the highest scorer in a calendar year.

3. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) (2021-Present)

 In August 2021, Messi left Barcelona due to financial constraints faced by the club and signed with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on a two-year contract with the option for a third year.

4. International Career

 Messi has represented the Argentine national team since 2004. He has participated in multiple FIFA World Cup and Copa America tournaments. In 2021, he helped lead Argentina to victory in the Copa America, his first major international trophy with the national team.

5. Playing Style

Messi is known for his exceptional dribbling skills, close ball control, incredible vision, precise passing, and goal-scoring ability. He is often praised for his ability to create opportunities and score goals in seemingly impossible situations.

6. Legacy

Lionel Messi's impact on the world of football goes beyond his numerous awards and records. He has inspired a generation of footballers and fans alike with his humility, dedication, and love for the game.


Messi's career is a testament to his exceptional talent and hard work, and he remains a global icon in the world of football.

As of my  knowledge update in September 2021, Lionel Messi had scored over 750 career goals for both club and country. However, please keep in mind that this number may have changed since then, as Messi continued to play and score goals for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the Argentine national team.



Here's a rough breakdown of his career goals.

1. FC Barcelona (2000-2021)

Messi scored over 670 goals for Barcelona in official competitions, including La Liga, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League, and various other domestic and international club competitions.

2. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) (2021-Present)

Messi joined PSG in August 2021. While I don't have the exact number of goals he scored for PSG up to September 2021, he continued to add to his goal tally at the club.

3. Argentina National Team

 Messi has also been a prolific scorer for the Argentine national team. He scored goals in various international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup and Copa America.


Lionel Messi's illustrious career has spanned several decades, and as of my last knowledge update in September 2021, here's a summary of his career:

Club Career

1. FC Barcelona (2000-2021)

 Messi joined Barcelona's youth academy, La Masia, as a teenager. He made his first-team debut in 2004. During his time at Barcelona, he achieved remarkable success, 

including

  •    Numerous La Liga titles
  •    Copa del Rey wins
  •    UEFA Champions League titles
  •    FIFA Club World Cup victories
  •    Many individual awards, including multiple Ballon d'Or awards


   Messi became Barcelona's all-time leading scorer and set numerous records for goals scored in a calendar year, among others.

2. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) (2021-Present)

  •  In August 2021, Messi transferred to PSG due to Barcelona's financial constraints. At PSG, he joined forces with other football superstars, continuing his professional career.

International Career

1. Argentina National Team (2004-Present)

  1.  Messi has represented Argentina in numerous international competitions, including FIFA World Cup and Copa America tournaments. Despite facing immense pressure, he has been a key figure for his national team.
  2.    In 2021, Messi led Argentina to victory in the Copa America, securing his first major international trophy with the national team.

Playing Style

Lionel Messi is renowned for his exceptional dribbling skills, close ball control, vision, passing ability, and goal-scoring prowess. He is often considered one of the greatest footballers of all time and has redefined the modern game with his skills and versatility.