Lionel Messi
Born: June 24, 1987 (age 36)
Height: 5' 6.5" (170cm)
Weight: 11st 5lb (72kg)
Hometown: Rosario, Argentina
Nationality: 
Argentine
ArgentinePosition: Forward
Team: Inter Miami (no. 10)
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 2000-2003 | Barcelona |
| Senior | 2004-2021 | Barcelona |
| 2021-2023 | Paris Saint-Germain | |
| 2023- | Inter Miami | |
| International | 2005- | Argentina |
Sports Mole has 7,767 articles about Lionel Messi. Articles 1 to 40:
Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Atletico, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Dec 1, 17:43
Burnley, Stoke City 'take Inter Miami youngster Noah Allen on trial'
Burnley and Stoke City are reportedly casting their eyes over Inter Miami youngster Noah Allen, who is set to go on trial at both clubs during the next two weeks.
Nov 30, 14:07
Real Madrid, Manchester City 'keeping tabs on River Plate teen'
Real Madrid, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly keeping tabs on 17-year-old River Plate starlet Claudio Echeverri.
Nov 28, 13:57
Real Madrid 'join race for £52m-rated Brazilian teenager Estevao Willian'
Real Madrid are the next big club reportedly showing interest in Brazil Under-17 attacker Estevao Willian, who has also been linked with Barcelona and the Premier League.
Nov 24, 16:21
Argentina inflict first-ever home World Cup qualifying defeat on Brazil
A Nicolas Otamendi header sees Argentina inflict a first-ever home World Cup qualifying defeat on Brazil as the world champions record a famous 1-0 victory at the Maracana.
Nov 22, 07:50
How Argentina could line up against Brazil
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier with Brazil.
Nov 19, 17:39
Kylian Mbappe: 'Lionel Messi deserved to win Ballon d'Or'
Paris Saint-Germain and France attacker Kylian Mbappe says that Lionel Messi deserved to win the 2023 Ballon d'Or on account of his World Cup success with Argentina.
Nov 19, 07:14
Real Madrid, England midfielder Jude Bellingham wins Golden Boy award
Real Madrid and England's Jude Bellingham secures the Golden Boy award for 2023, having been recognised for his impressive performances at club and international level.
Nov 17, 16:27
Lionel Messi hits out at 'lack of respect' from Uruguay players
Lionel Messi insists that some Uruguay players need to learn to "respect their elders" following Argentina's 2-0 defeat in Buenos Aires.
Nov 17, 15:32
Luis Diaz scores twice as Colombia beat Brazil, Uruguay end Argentina unbeaten run
Luis Diaz scores twice in front of his recently-released father to inspire Colombia to a famous 2-1 win over Brazil, while Uruguay end Argentina's long unbeaten run.
Nov 17, 08:56
Preview: Bolivia vs. Peru - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Bolivia and Peru, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 14, 23:57
Preview: Venezuela vs. Ecuador - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Venezuela and Ecuador, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 14, 23:46
How Argentina could line up against Uruguay
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Thursday's CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier against Uruguay.
Nov 14, 13:17
Preview: Argentina vs. Uruguay - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Argentina and Uruguay, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 14, 13:09
Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate refuses to rule out future Paris Saint-Germain move
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate admits that he has envisaged himself playing for Paris Saint-Germain in the future.
Nov 6, 13:01
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta: 'Bukayo Saka targeting future Ballon d'Or win'
Head coach Mikel Arteta says that Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has spoken about his desire to win the Ballon d'Or in the future.
Nov 2, 09:18
Lionel Messi wins record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or
Inter Miami and Argentina attacker Lionel Messi wins a record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or, beating Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to the accolade.
Oct 30, 21:31
Luton Town, Birmingham City 'interested in free agent Josef Martinez'
Luton Town and Birmingham City are reportedly on high alert following Josef Martinez's exit from Inter Miami, with the 30-year-old free agent searching for a new club.
Oct 30, 11:24
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham 'set to win Golden Boy award'
Real Madrid and England midfielder Jude Bellingham is set to win this year's Golden Boy award in December, according to a report.
Oct 29, 17:52
Messi, Haaland, Mbappe - the top five candidates for the 2023 Ballon d'Or
Ahead of Monday's 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the top five contenders for this year's prestigious accolade.
Oct 28, 11:39
Barcelona vs. Real Madrid head-to-head record
Ahead of Saturday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Real Madrid, Sports Mole looks at the past head-to-head record between the two sides.
Oct 26, 10:28
Gianluigi Donnarumma insists he is "very happy" at Paris Saint-Germain
Gianluigi Donnarumma affirms that he is "very happy" at Paris Saint-Germain following previous speculation over the goalkeeper's level of content in Ligue 1.
Oct 26, 07:34
Barcelona vs. Shakhtar Donetsk: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Barcelona and Shakhtar Donetsk, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Oct 25, 08:55
Sir Bobby Charlton 1937-2023: England's greatest-ever player and Manchester United icon
Sports Mole pays tribute to England and Manchester United icon Sir Bobby Charlton following his death at the age of 86.
Oct 21, 17:33
Deco confirms Barcelona held talks over Neymar return
Barcelona sporting director Deco confirms that talks were held with the entourage of Neymar over a summer return to Camp Nou before his switch to Al-Hilal.
Oct 21, 15:58
Carlo Ancelotti says Arda Guler is "almost ready" to show "his enormous ability"
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti reveals that summer arrival Arda Guler is now closing in on his debut for the club.
Oct 21, 08:41
Joan Laporta confirms no talks over Lionel Messi Barcelona return
Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirms that no talks have taken place over a possible loan return for Inter Miami attacker Lionel Messi in January.
Oct 20, 12:16
Preview: Charlotte FC vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Charlotte FC and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 19, 21:52
Lionel Messi rubbishes Barcelona return rumours
Lionel Messi dismisses suggestions that he could leave Inter Miami for former club Barcelona on loan in January.
Oct 19, 09:15
Nottingham Forest suffer Gonzalo Montiel injury setback?
Nottingham Forest right-back Gonzalo Montiel may be set for a spell on the sidelines after limping off in the first half of Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru on Tuesday.
Oct 18, 20:37
Lionel Messi breaks World Cup qualifying record in Argentina victory
Lionel Messi becomes the all-time leading scorer in South American World Cup qualifying after scoring a brace in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru.
Oct 18, 18:20
Tottenham Hotspur suffer Cristian Romero scare ahead of Fulham clash
Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Cristian Romero is taken off at half time with an ankle injury during Argentina's World Cup 2026 qualifying win over Peru on Tuesday.
Oct 18, 12:40
Lionel Messi 'beats Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe to eighth Ballon d'Or'
Inter Miami and Argentina captain Lionel Messi is set to win a record-breaking eighth Ballon d'Or at the Paris ceremony later this month, according to a report.
Oct 17, 12:44
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 16, 03:27
Preview: Paraguay vs. Bolivia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Paraguay and Bolivia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 15, 11:49
How Argentina could line up against Peru
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in Tuesday's World Cup qualification fixture with Peru.
Oct 15, 11:30
Preview: Peru vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's South American World Cup qualification clash between Peru and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 15, 11:18
Sergi Roberto 'planning to make MLS move next summer'
Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto is keen to make the move to the MLS when his contract with the Catalan outfit expires, according to a report.
Oct 15, 09:57
Cristiano Ronaldo named world's highest-paid player
Cristiano Ronaldo is the world's highest-paid footballer, with Forbes claiming that the 38-year-old is earning £214m-per-year.
Oct 14, 16:49
Lionel Messi 'will not go on loan after the MLS season'
Lionel Messi will reportedly not leave Inter Miami at the end of the MLS season despite interest in a loan deal from Barcelona and the Saudi Pro League.
Oct 11, 20:58
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