Lionel Messi

Born: June 24, 1987

Height: 5' 6.5" (170cm)
Weight: 11st 5lb (72kg)

Hometown: Rosario, Argentina
Nationality: Argentina Argentine

Position: Forward
Lionel Messi
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Career History
Youth2000-2003Barcelona
Senior2004-2021Barcelona
2021-2023Paris Saint-Germain
2023-Inter Miami
International2005-Argentina
Sports Mole has 8,488 articles about Lionel Messi. Articles 1 to 40:
Sam Surridge celebrates scoring for Nashville SC on March 16, 2025
Wolves transfer news: Runner-up to Lionel Messi in MLS 'considered' for January approach
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly contemplating making an approach for a player who was only upstaged by Lionel Messi during the 2025 MLS campaign.
15:02
 Lamine Yamal of Barcelona dribbles against Villarreal on December 21, 2025
Villarreal vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Villarreal.
Dec 21, 22:50
 Lionel Messi celebrates winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina
The top 10 football matches of all time: Which incredible games make the list?
After taking a long trawl through the archives, Sports Mole presents the 10 finest football matches of all time.
Dec 18, 07:00
 Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski favourite 'revealed' as sensational link-up emerges for Barcelona forward
Inter Miami reportedly emerge as the favourites to sign Robert Lewandowski next year, as the experienced striker prepares to leave Barcelona.
Dec 17, 08:48
 Gabriel Magalhaes/Virgil van Dijk/Achraf Hakimi composite
The best defenders in the world: Virgil van Dijk, William Saliba, Ruben Dias ranked in top 10 list
Who are the best defenders in the world? Sports Mole ranks the top 10 and considers where Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk and Arsenal's William Saliba fit in.
Dec 16, 16:47
 The Brazil squad celebrate scoring against Italy in the 1970 World Cup final
The 10 greatest football teams of all time: Where do Pep Guardiola's Barcelona and the 1970 Brazil side rank?
Sports Mole ranks the 10 greatest football teams of all time, including both club and international sides.
Dec 16, 07:00
 Greatest goals feature
Messi, Pele, Maradona: Who tops our list of the 10 greatest goals of all time?
Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest goals in football history.
Dec 16, 07:00
 Best Forwards In World Ranked
Best forwards in the world: Mohamed Salah, Cole Palmer, Kylian Mbappe ranked
Who are the best forwards in the world? Sports Mole counts down the top 10 attacker in football, including the likes of Mohamed Salah, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
Dec 15, 13:09
 Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona and Pablo Ibanez of Osasuna on May 2, 2023
Barcelona vs. Osasuna: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Osasuna.
Dec 11, 11:13
 Liverpool celebrate winning the 2005 Champions League after the 'Miracle of Istanbul'
Liverpool's 10 greatest comebacks of all time on 21-year anniversary of Olympiacos Champions League turnaround
To mark the 17-year anniversary of Liverpool's Premier League turnaround against Manchester City, Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest Reds comebacks.
Dec 8, 22:55
 Rayan Cherki/Kevin De Bruyne/Pep Guardiola composite
Rayan Cherki tipped to break Kevin De Bruyne record at Man City after "I am here moment"
Manchester City’s Rayan Cherki has the potential to become “one of greatest playmakers in Premier League history,” Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 8, 18:04
 Inter Miami's Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after winning the MLS Cup on December 6, 2025
MLS Cup: Lionel Messi wins award following historic Inter Miami triumph as two Barcelona legends end playing career in style
Lionel Messi claims an award after helping Inter Miami win the MLS Cup, as Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets finish their careers with silverware.
Dec 6, 21:58
 Thomas Tuchel feature image for AI prediction piece
We asked AI to predict how far England will go at 2026 World Cup after draw - you won't believe how it ends
Sports Mole asks AI to predict how far England will go at the 2026 World Cup following the group-stage draw for the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the USA.
Dec 5, 22:41
 Andre Schurrle celebrates with team mates after scoring the sixth goal for Germany against Brazil at the 2014 World Cup
The top 10 biggest World Cup shocks of all time, six months out from the 2026 edition
Sports Mole looks back at the 10 most shocking results in World Cup history, including the Miracle of Bern from 1954 and the Agony of Mineirao in 2014.
Dec 5, 20:17
 Italy's Dino Zoff lifts the World Cup trophy in 1982
The top 10 greatest World Cups of all time, six months out from the 2026 finals in the USA, Canada and Mexico
Sports Mole considers some of the greatest World Cups to have been played and ranks the top 10, one year out from the 2026 finals.
Dec 5, 19:59
 Lionel Messi celebrates winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina
2026 World Cup: Favourites and dark horses as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal battle for glory
Following the draw ceremony for the 2026 World Cup, Sports Mole takes a closer look at the main contenders for glory in North America, as well as a couple of dark horses.
Dec 5, 19:50
 Lionel Messi pictured on 29 November 2025
Preview:Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 4, 17:33
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Lionel Messi reveals World Cup "hope" as Argentina star issues latest update on retirement talk
Argentina star Lionel Messi provides an update on his availability for next year's World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA.
Dec 4, 14:56
 Lionel Messi of Barcelona and Andres Guardado of Real Betis on November 11, 2018
Barcelona vs. Real Betis: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Real Betis.
Dec 4, 10:38
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Barcelona transfer news: Deco issues honest verdict on whether Lionel Messi could return to Camp Nou
Since leaving Camp Nou in 2021, Lionel Messi has always had his name linked to Barcelona, where he became one of the greatest in history. And with rumours of a possible Inter Miami exit, Deco speaks out about the chance of the Argentine star returning to Barca.
Dec 4, 08:18
 General image of the FIFA World Cup trophy on December 18. 2022
World Cup 2026 draw: When is it? How can I watch it? Who are the favourites for the trophy?
Sports Mole rounds up everything you need to know about the upcoming draw for the 2026 World Cup.
Dec 2, 08:00
 Inter Miami's Lionel Messi on November 29, 2025
Lionel Messi helps Inter Miami create history as Javier Mascherano's side discover MLS Cup opponents
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi helps his side create history as Javier Mascherano's charges discover their MLS Cup opponents.
Nov 30, 11:50
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Greatest Barcelona players of all time: Where do Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho rank?
Sports Mole ranks the top 10 Barcelona players of all time - where do the likes of Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho sit?
Nov 29, 12:18
 Inter Miami's Luis Suarez reacts on August 16, 2025
Inter Miami vs New York City FC: Javier Mascherano addresses "challenging" Luis Suarez situation ahead of Eastern Conference final
Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano opens up on the difficulty of deciding whether to drop Luis Suarez ahead of Saturday's Eastern Conference final against New York City FC.
Nov 29, 01:25
 Thomas Muller, Yohei Takaoka and Tristan Blackmon pictured on 23 August 2025
Preview:San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Major League Soccer clash between San Diego and Vancouver Whitecaps, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 27, 17:04
 Lionel Messi and Mateo Silvetti pictured on 8 November 2025
Preview:Inter Miami vs New York City FC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and New York City FC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 27, 16:34
 Florian Lejeune of Alaves and Lionel Messi of Barcelona on October 31, 2020
Alaves vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Alaves.
Nov 27, 11:14
 Inter Miami's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on November 8, 2025
How to watch Inter Miami vs. New York City FC: Date, time, live stream and TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Saturday's MLS Eastern Conference final between Inter Miami and New York City FC.
Nov 26, 18:50
 Chelsea winger Estevao Willian in November 2025.
Estevao Willian, Lionel Messi comparisons "too much", says Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reacts to comparisons between Estevao Willian and Lionel Messi after the former's performance during the Blues' 3-0 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League.
Nov 26, 10:09
 Manchester City's Erling Haaland pictured on October 21, 2025
Erling Haaland could break Champions League record without kicking a ball in Man City vs. Bayer Leverkusen
Manchester City's Erling Haaland could make Champions League history without kicking a ball in Tuesday's clash with Bayer Leverkusen at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 25, 06:36
 Inter Miami's Lionel Messi celebrates with Tadeo Allende on November 23, 2025
Inter Miami news: Lionel Messi creates MLS playoff history with match-winning display in Cincinnati thrashing
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi creates MLS playoff history with his match-winning display in the Eastern Conference semi-final clash against FC Cincinnati.
Nov 24, 13:16
 Fernando Torres celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Barcelona on April 24, 2012
Chelsea vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between Chelsea and Barcelona.
Nov 23, 09:45
 Lionel Messi of Inter Miami pictured on 8 November 2025
Preview:FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Major League Soccer clash between FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 21, 08:32
 Lionel Messi/Harry Kane/Vinicius Junior composite
World Cup 2026: Which teams have qualified for next year's tournament in North America?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at each team to have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America and how they got there.
Nov 18, 22:00
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Argentina lineup vs. Angola: Predicted XI for clash with Scaloni set to make decisions over Messi start and Martinez replacement
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Friday's international friendly against Angola.
Nov 12, 21:07
 Lionel Messi of Argentina pictured in September 2025
Preview:Angola vs Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Angola and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 12, 19:21
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates on August 26, 2011
Lionel Messi's chances of securing incredible Barcelona return revealed after club legend's telling comments
Barcelona president Joan Laporta seemingly closes the door on a return to Camp Nou for club legend Lionel Messi.
Nov 12, 14:38
 Best Forwards of all time feature
The 10 best forwards of all time: Who comes out on top between Messi, Ronaldo, Maradona?
Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest attackers in football history.
Nov 12, 11:53
 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 500th goal for Barcelona, against Real Madrid, on April 23, 2017
Barcelona's top goalscorers of all time: Where does Lionel Messi rank?
Sports Mole provides the list of Barcelona's top 10 goalscorers of all time.
Nov 10, 17:17
 Lionel Messi, Pele and Cristiano Ronaldo in a collage for the greatest players of all time
Greatest football players of all time: The top 10 ranked including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Sports Mole ranks the top 10 football players of all time - does Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pele or Diego Maradona make it as number one?
Nov 10, 14:17
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