Lionel Messi
Born: June 24, 1987 (age 37)
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 8,009 articles about Lionel Messi. Articles 1 to 40:
Lionel Messi blames pitch for Argentina's frustrating draw with Venezuela
Lionel Messi and Lionel Scaloni criticise the pitch after Argentina are held to a 1-1 draw in Thursday's World Cup qualifying clash against Venezuela.
Oct 11, 09:28
Record-breaking Barcelona wonderkid 'wanted by Luis Enrique' at Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique is allegedly desperate for his club to sign Barcelona centre-back Pau Cubarsi.
Oct 9, 12:42
When is the Ballon d'Or 2024? Who are the nominees and favourites for the award?
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest surrounding the Ballon d'Or 2024, including the date and time, nominees and favourites.
Oct 9, 10:30
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni provides Alexis Mac Allister, Lionel Messi fitness updates
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni provides a fitness update on Alexis Mac Allister and Lionel Messi ahead of Thursday's World Cup qualifier with Venezuela.
Oct 9, 01:42
Venezuela vs. Argentina: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Venezuela and Argentina, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Oct 8, 19:32
Andres Iniesta retires: What is the Barcelona, Spain legend's greatest ever goal?
To mark Andres Iniesta's retirement from football, Sports Mole ranks the Barcelona and Spain legend's 10 best goals from his illustrious career.
Oct 8, 19:11
Venezuela vs. Argentina: Lionel Messi's record against La Vinotinto
Ahead of Thursday's World Cup qualifier between Argentina against Venezuela, Sports Mole takes a look at Lionel Messi's record against La Vinotinto.
Oct 8, 16:44
Argentina lineup vs. Venezuela: Predicted XI for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Thursday's World Cup qualifier away in Venezuela.
Oct 8, 16:34
Preview: Venezuela vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying clash between Venezuela and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 8, 16:21
Inter Miami lineup vs. Toronto: Predicted XI for MLS clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Inter Miami could line up for Saturday's MLS clash with Toronto.
Oct 4, 15:04
Alaves vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash between Alaves and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Oct 4, 10:08
Team News: Toronto vs. Inter Miami injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Toronto and Inter Miami.
Oct 4, 04:00
Preview: Columbus Crew vs. Philadelphia Union - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Columbus Crew and Philadelphia Union, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 4, 00:51
Lionel Messi helps create Inter Miami history with record-extending 46th trophy
Lionel Messi scores twice against Columbus Crew to fire Inter Miami to the Supporters' Shield and extend his world-record trophy haul.
Oct 3, 15:03
Preview: Toronto vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Toronto and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 10:31
Barcelona 'consider shock Neymar return' as Erling Haaland transfer plan revealed
Former Barcelona star Neymar is reportedly under consideration for a shock return to Camp Nou if the Catalan giants cannot prise Erling Haaland away from Manchester City.
Oct 3, 08:41
Argentina squad: Lionel Messi returns as Serie A star earns surprise call-up
Argentina star Lionel Messi returns to the national team for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia.
Oct 3, 00:12
Champions League top scorers: Haaland equals Del Piero, Lewandowski nears 100 goals
Sports Mole rounds up the all-time top scorers list in the Champions League, a collection of legends led by two of the greatest of all time in Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Oct 1, 23:06
Preview: Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Major League Soccer clash between Columbus Crew and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 1, 00:20
Lionel Messi swears at referee after Inter Miami's draw with Charlotte
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi launches a furious tirade at the referee following Saturday's 1-1 draw with Charlotte FC.
Sep 29, 16:10
Tata Martino gives update on Lionel Messi's fitness ahead of Charlotte clash
Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino provides an update on Lionel Messi's fitness ahead of Saturday's MLS home clash with Charlotte FC.
Sep 28, 02:02
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 26, 23:27
Barca transfer news: La Masia graduate 'set' to commit long-term future to club
Barcelona are reportedly set to hand teenage midfielder Marc Bernal a new, long-term contract at the club, which will tie him down until 2029.
Sep 26, 23:16
Osasuna vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Saturday's La Liga clash between Osasuna and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Sep 26, 11:05
Real Madrid nearing Barcelona record: Longest unbeaten runs in La Liga history
As Real Madrid close in on the all-time record, Sports Mole counts down the longest unbeaten streaks in La Liga history.
Sep 25, 10:36
Ballon d'Or 2024: Real Madrid man 'already confirmed' as winner of prestigious award
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior will take home the 2024 Ballon d'Or during its prize ceremony in Paris next month, according to a report.
Sep 24, 22:35
Lionel Messi 'makes decision' on next club ahead of Inter Miami contract expiration
Lionel Messi is reportedly heading for an emotional return to a former club when his contract with Inter Miami ends at the conclusion of the 2025 season.
Sep 24, 18:41
Barcelona vs. Getafe: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Wednesday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Getafe, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Sep 24, 00:00
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen ruled out for up to eight months
Barcelona confirm that Marc-Andre ter Stegen is set to undergo surgery on a cruciate ligament injury, with the goalkeeper reportedly sidelined for up to eight months.
Sep 23, 15:06
Villarreal vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash between Villarreal and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Sep 20, 11:37
Preview: New York City FC vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between New York City FC and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 19, 20:39
Barcelona star 'in line for super contract' after world-record bid rejected
Barcelona are supposedly planning to draw up a 'super contract' for teenage sensation Lamine Yamal as he continues to go from strength to strength in Catalonia.
Sep 17, 17:55
'Even Shearer would say he's better than him' - Where does Haaland rank among Premier League's best strikers?
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that Erling Haaland can be considered as "the greatest Premier League striker" if he continues to bang in the goals for the Citizens for "another few years".
Sep 17, 13:55
Champions League 2024-25 predictions: Who will win the Golden Boot?
Ahead of the start of the 2024-25 Champions League campaign, the Sports Mole team discuss who they believe will finish as top scorer in the competition this season.
Sep 17, 11:25
Ronaldo, Messi: all time Champions League top scorers list before 2024-25 kickoff
Sports Mole looks at the top 10 goalscorers in the history of the Champions League and the top five scorers participating in this season's competition.
Sep 17, 04:19
Sports Mole's all-time Champions League XI: Messi, Ronaldo, Maldini
Ahead of the start of the new Champions League season, Sports Mole compiles a greatest XI since the competition was revamped in 1992.
Sep 16, 23:32
Preview: Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Major League Soccer clash between Atlanta United and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 16, 19:49
Lionel Messi sets new MLS record during his Inter Miami return
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi marks his return from an ankle injury with a record-breaking display against Philadelphia Union.
Sep 15, 11:44
Tata Martino provides Lionel Messi injury update ahead of Philadelphia clash
Inter Miami boss Tata Martino provides an update on Lionel Messi's fitness ahead of Saturday's MLS clash with Philadelphia Union.
Sep 14, 02:51
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 12, 08:12
