L. Messi

Argentina · Inter Miami

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off pitchThe GuardianOfficial source· 26 Sept 2026

Messi's Argentina exit leaves void before Benin farewell

Argentina must begin life without their ultimate get-out clause as Messi prepares for a final friendly farewell.

off pitchFootball ItaliaEstablished source· 26 Sept 2026

Roma block Dybala and Molina from Messi farewell

Roma have denied Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina permission to attend Lionel Messi's final Argentina match.

off pitchGiveMeSportEstablished source· 24 Sept 2026

Ronaldo Fired Angry Texts at Ferdinand Over Messi Claim

Hearing an England legend crown Lionel Messi above him did not sit well with Cristiano Ronaldo.

off pitchCaughtOffsideRumour source· 24 Sept 2026

Robertson names Messi his toughest ever opponent

After nine seasons of Premier League battles, Robertson looked beyond England for his hardest night.

rumourGiveMeSportEstablished source· 23 Sept 2026

Messi backed by Argentina teammates for 2026 Ballon d'Or

Two World Cup winners believe Lionel Messi can claim a record-extending ninth Ballon d'Or in 2026.

Personal info

Role: Player
Position: Attacker
Full name: Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini
Born: 24 Jun 1987 (39)
Birthplace: Rosario, Argentina
Nationality: Argentina
Height: 170 cm
Current club: Inter Miami

Overview

Lionel Messi is an Argentine attacker who currently plays for the Argentina national team. Born on 24 June 1987 in Rosario, he has previously played for Inter Miami and Paris Saint-Germain. In the 2025 Major League Soccer season, he made 31 appearances, scoring 35 goals and providing 23 assists.

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