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Lionel Messi
Born: June 24, 1987
Height: 5' 6.5" (170cm)
Weight: 11st 5lb (72kg)
Hometown: Rosario, Argentina
Nationality: 
Argentine
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ArgentinePosition: Forward
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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 8,518 articles about Lionel Messi. Articles 1 to 40:
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2026 World Cup: England fail as AI predicts knockout rounds and tournament winner - buts it glory for legendary coach
Sports Mole asks AI to predict the bracket and winner of the 2026 World Cup, with the results forecasting disappointment for England.01:59
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Casemiro's next club: Cristiano Ronaldo 'trying to persuade" Manchester United star not to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
Al-Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly trying to dissuade Manchester United's Casemiro from joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.Mar 31, 14:30
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Lionel Scaloni sends warning to Argentina squad ahead of 2026 World Cup selection
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni sends a warning to his squad over the final selection for the 2026 World Cup.Mar 30, 22:39
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Argentina vs. Zambia: Lionel Scaloni reveals whether Lionel Messi will start at La Bombonera
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni reveals whether Lionel Messi will start Tuesday's friendly against Zambia in Buenos Aires.Mar 30, 18:56
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta claims he was "right" to sanction Lionel Messi's 2021 exit
Barcelona president Joan Laporta defends the decision to part ways with Lionel Messi in 2021 due to the club's financial struggles.Mar 30, 14:46
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Preview:Argentina vs Zambia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Zambia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 29, 23:32
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Argentina vs Mauritania: Lionel Scaloni offers update on Lionel Messi's World Cup participation
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni offers an update on Lionel Messi's World Cup plans ahead of Friday's friendly against Mauritania.Mar 27, 12:49
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Preview:Argentina vs Mauritania - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Mauritania, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 26, 00:03
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Liverpool's all-time greatest XI: Does Mohamed Salah make the cut after Reds exit announced for summer of 2026?
Liverpool fans have enjoyed watching many incredible players over the years, and here Sports Mole takes a look at who might make the Reds' all-time XI.Mar 24, 22:50
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Preview:Bolivia vs Suriname - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews 's Thursday's World Cup Qualifying clash between Bolivia and Suriname, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 24, 15:12
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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.Mar 23, 10:12
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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.Mar 23, 10:02
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Preview:New York City FC vs Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Major League Soccer clash between New York City FC and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 19, 22:08
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Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of La Liga clash
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano.Mar 19, 20:04
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Lionel Messi's greatest goals of all time after Inter Miami icon reaches 900 career landmark
Sports Mole picks out Lionel Messi's greatest goals of all time after the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner scores the 900th of his career in Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup clash with Nashville.Mar 19, 09:54
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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.Mar 19, 08:00
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo in 900-goal club, but Nashville spoil milestone night
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi nets his 900th career goal in Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup clash against Nashville.Mar 19, 03:19
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'The new Lionel Messi': Who is 19-year-old Boca Juniors sensation Tomas Aranda?
Tomas Aranda is attracting all the attention at Boca Juniors and is being compared to some of the club's greatest icons.Mar 16, 10:08
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Chelsea targeting Messi transfer as Blues 'step up' plans to beat Barcelona to deal
Chelsea reportedly accelerate their pursuit of a Lionel Messi namesake, who has also caught the eye of Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich.Mar 16, 08:42
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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.Mar 16, 07:30
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Barcelona vs. Sevilla: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of La Liga contest
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Sevilla.Mar 13, 11:45
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We asked AI to predict how far England will go at 2026 World Cup six months out - you won't believe how it ends
Sports Mole asks AI to predict how far England will go at the 2026 World Cup six months out from the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the USA.Mar 11, 22:53
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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.Mar 11, 21:59
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“I know the truth”: Hansi Flick responds to explosive Xavi, Joan Laporta war of words ahead of Barcelona election
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick responds to an explosive interview from his predecessor Xavi, who has taken aim at president Joan Laporta.Mar 10, 08:57
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Athletic Bilbao vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of La Liga clash
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao.Mar 5, 15:52
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Preview:DC United vs Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between DC United and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 5, 00:15
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Preview:Orlando City vs Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Major League Soccer clash between Orlando City and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 28, 16:22
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Watch: Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi pulled to the ground by pitch invader in Puerto Rico friendly
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi is pulled to the ground by a pitch invader in Thursday's friendly against Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico.Feb 27, 13:07
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Barcelona vs. Villarreal: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Villarreal.Feb 26, 11:41
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Man City put on alert as Barcelona chief makes ambitious Erling Haaland transfer claim
A Barcelona board member claims the club are "ready" to pursue deals for high-profile players like Manchester City star Erling Haaland.Feb 25, 23:38
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Inter Miami star Lionel Messi shares regrets over not learning English
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi shares his regrets over not learning English during his younger days.Feb 25, 15:57
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Barcelona vs. Levante: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of La Liga contest
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between Barcelona and Levante.Feb 20, 13:22
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Preview:Los Angeles FC vs Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Major League Soccer clash between Los Angeles FC and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 19, 09:17
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The best defenders in the world: Virgil van Dijk, Gabriel Magalhaes, Achraf Hakimi ranked in top-10 list
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Girona vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Girona.Feb 14, 17:19
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Lionel Messi injury blow forces Inter Miami to reschedule friendly at late notice
Inter Miami reschedule an upcoming friendly against Independiente del Valle after captain Lionel Messi sustains a hamstring injury.Feb 11, 23:51
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