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 8,060 articles about Lionel Messi. Articles 1 to 40:
Man United 'identify dream summer target' who could thrive in Ruben Amorim's much-discussed system
Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies is allegedly a 'dream target' for Manchester United, but Real Madrid are still thought to lead the race for his signature.
16:55
Tata Martino 'resigns' from Lionel Messi's Inter Miami after MLS playoff disappointment
Gerardo 'Tata' Martino is reportedly set to leave his position as Inter Miami head coach following the recent failure in the MLS playoffs.
Nov 20, 02:35
England captain Harry Kane reveals intentions post 2026 World Cup
Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane reveals his plans on the international scene for after the 2026 World Cup, assuming that the Three Lions qualify for that tournament.
Nov 18, 16:02
Man United 'make decision' on Paul Pogba training return following Juventus exit
Manchester United reportedly have no plans to allow Paul Pogba back to Carrington for training following the midfielder's Juventus exit earlier this month.
Nov 18, 14:02
Argentina vs. Peru: Lionel Messi's career record against La Blanquirroja
Sports Mole looks at Argentina forward Lionel Messi's record against Peru.
Nov 17, 17:59
Argentina vs. Peru: Predicted XI for World Cup holders in key qualification fixture
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in their 2026 World Cup qualification fixture with Peru on Tuesday night.
Nov 17, 12:39
Preview: Argentina vs. Peru - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Argentina and Peru, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 17, 12:29
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks international record as Portugal star overtakes ex-Real Madrid teammate
Al-Nassr and Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo breaks a men's international record thanks to the Selecao's 5-1 thrashing of Poland in the UEFA Nations League.
Nov 15, 23:19
Cristiano Ronaldo extends lead over Lionel Messi: Can you name the top international goalscorers of all time?
Sports Mole challenges you to name the top 25 international goalscorers of all time after Cristiano Ronaldo extended his lead over perennial rival Lionel Messi.
Nov 15, 22:17
Paraguay vs. Argentina: Lionel Messi's career record against La Albirroja
Sports Mole goes back through the archives to take a look at Lionel Messi's record against Paraguay in the blue and white of Argentina.
Nov 12, 22:25
Argentina lineup vs. Paraguay: Predicted XI for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for their World Cup qualifying clash away to Paraguay on Thursday.
Nov 12, 17:32
Preview: Paraguay vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Paraguay and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 12, 17:28
Liverpool 2-0 Aston Villa: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Nunez, Salah sends Reds five points clear
Liverpool open up a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table thanks to a 2-0 triumph over Aston Villa at Anfield on Saturday evening.
Nov 9, 21:56
Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Real Sociedad.
Nov 8, 10:21
Inter Miami lineup vs. Atlanta: Predicted XI for MLS Playoff clash - Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez to start, but Busquets a doubt
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Inter Miami could line up for Saturday's MLS playoff clash with Atlanta United.
Nov 7, 22:05
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's MLS Playoffs clash between Inter Miami and Atlanta United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 7, 19:54
Champions League top scorers of all time: Robert Lewandowski on brink of immortality alongside Messi, Ronaldo after Barca brace
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.
Nov 6, 22:44
Liverpool given Mohamed Salah contract verdict as Reds urged to avoid Arsenal mistakes
Sports Mole talks to Liverpool expert David Lynch about the pros and cons of the Reds handing Mohamed Salah a new deal following his cryptic social media post.
Nov 6, 16:58
Sporting Lisbon 4-1 Manchester City: Viktor Gyokeres joins Lionel Messi in elite club
Viktor Gyokeres joins Lionel Messi in an elite club after scoring a hat-trick for Sporting Lisbon against Manchester City in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Nov 5, 23:58
Argentina squad announcement: Emiliano Martinez returns as Serie A star misses out
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez returns to the Argentina squad after missing the last international window through suspension.
Nov 5, 22:24
Man United 'made bizarre Jadon Sancho request to pundits' after brutal Erik ten Hag axe
Manchester United reportedly asked pundits to stop praising Jadon Sancho during his Borussia Dortmund loan after Erik ten Hag froze him out of the squad.
Nov 2, 23:02
Barcelona vs. Espanyol: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Barcelona and Espanyol.
Nov 1, 09:40
Lionel Messi makes stance clear over coaching career as Inter Miami star admits World Cup uncertainty
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi reveals his stance on a potential coaching career as well as discussing whether he will play at the 2026 World Cup.
Nov 1, 00:06
Preview: Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Atlanta United and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 31, 15:25
Ballon d'Or: Every previous winner of the prestigious award
Sports Mole takes a look at every previous winner of the prestigious Ballon d'Or, which has been dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo throughout history.
Oct 30, 10:28
Neymar 'drops hint' over potential move to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
Al-Hilal forward Neymar reportedly drops a hint that he could be looking to reunite with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in 2025.
Oct 29, 22:22
"You have to be satisfied" - Pep Guardiola gives verdict on Real Madrid boycotting Ballon d'Or ceremony
Man City manager Pep Guardiola suggests that Real Madrid should be "satisfied" with having three of their players in the top four of the 2024 Ballon d'Or voting, even though they were all pipped by winner Rodri.
Oct 29, 15:01
Real Madrid 'furious' after shock Vinicius Junior claim prior to Monday's ceremony
Real Madrid are reportedly 'furious' after it was alleged that Vinicius Junior will not win the 2024 Ballon d'Or.
Oct 28, 15:18
Ballon d'Or 2024: 'Leaked' list appears on social media, reveals winner and top 12
A 'leaked' list of the 2024 Ballon d'Or allegedly appears on social media, revealing the top 12 ahead of Monday's official ceremony.
Oct 28, 09:26
Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: After El Clasico embarrassment, Los Blancos could claim Ballon d'Or bragging rights over Barca
Sports Mole looks at how another Ballon d'Or for Real Madrid would see them overtake arch-rivals Barcelona in the all-time table.
Oct 27, 08:40
Messi magic, Bale beauty, Mourinho mauling: Five greatest El Clasico matches ever
Sports Mole picks out five of the greatest-ever El Clasico matches between Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Oct 27, 00:00
El Clasico: Real Madrid fall agonisingly short of Barcelona record after humiliating home Clasico defeat
Sports Mole counts down the longest unbeaten streaks in La Liga history.
Oct 26, 22:57
El Clasico top 10 goalscorers of all time: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema
Ahead of Saturday's La Liga El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid, Sports Mole counts down the top 10 scorers in this blockbuster fixture.
Oct 26, 22:27
Ballon d'Or 2024 predictions: Will Vinicius Junior or Rodri win this year's award?
Ahead of Monday's Ballon d'Or 2024 ceremony, the Sports Mole team discuss who they think should take home the coveted prize out of Rodri or Vinicius Junior.
Oct 26, 17:48
The greatest players never to win the Ballon d'Or: Thierry Henry, Andres Iniesta and more
Sports Mole takes a look back in history to identify the greatest players never to win the illustrious Ballon d'Or.
Oct 25, 08:00
Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings in El Clasico
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Oct 24, 10:22
Ballon d'Or: Which players should have won the award, but missed out
Sports Mole goes back through the archives to name the five unluckiest players to not win the Ballon d'Or.
Oct 24, 08:00
Ballon d'Or: The most worthy winners including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane
Sports Mole picks out some of the most worthy Ballon d'Or winners and their best award-winning seasons, including Cristiano Ronaldo's triumph at Man United in 2008.
Oct 23, 10:32
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Atlanta United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 23, 08:52
