Lionel Mess is a professional player who plays for Ligue 1 Club Paris Saint-German and captains the Argentina National Team. He is always considered the best player in the world. He won a record 7 Ballon d’Or awards. Here, you will know Lionel Messi’s Net Worth, Salary, Age, wile, and records.
He spent his entire professional career with Barcelona. He holds the records for most goals in La Liga, a La Liga, and European league season, most hat-tricks in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, most assists in La Liga, a La Liga Season, and the Copa America. He also holds the most international goals among South American males. He scored over 750 senior career goals for the club and country.
Lionel Messi’s Club Career:
Barcelona:
Messi played for Barcelona which was the first team during the 2003-04 season. From here Messi’s Club’s rank was rapidly progressing. His dribbling shot and goals were very impressive for other teammates and coaches. He made his first team debut against Jose Mourinho’s Porto in 2003.
During the 2004-03 season, he was promoted to the B team and made his league debut against Espanyol. At 17 years old, he was the youngest player to represent Barcelona in an official competition. That time he made his debut against Shakhtar Donetsk in UEFA Champions League. At 18 years old, Messi signed their first contract as the senior team player. He performed very well against Fabio Capello’s Juventus.
In 2008-09, after two unsuccessful seasons, Messi was given the Number 10 Shirt. He signed a new contract with an annual salary of €7.8 Million which was the club’s highest-paid player. In that season, he scored 38 goals for the club. But after playing several matches with good goal-scoring and amusing playing the success was reflected in a new contract which committed Messi to the club with a new buyout clause of €250 Million. At that time his salary was increased to €12 Million.
In 2009-10, Messi won the first Ballon d’Or at 22 years old. He also won the Fifa World Player of the Year award.
In 2010-11, Messi secured Barcelona’s first trophy by scoring the first hat-trick. Messi helped Barcelona achieve 16 consecutive league victories which was a record in Spanish football.
During the 2011-12 season, Messi scored an unprecedented 73 goals and provided 29 assists in all club competitions. In 2012, Messi became Barcelona’s all-time top scorer. In 2019, Messi scored 400 goals in 435 league appearances. He became the first player ever to manage this tally in one of Europe’s top five leagues.
In 2020, Messi reached the 700th goal in his senior career life. In August 2020, Barcelona announce he to desire leave should a buyer pay his €700 Million buyout clause. But Messi wanted to stay and want to continue for the final year.
In 2020-21, Messi played his final season at Barcelona. In July, Messi became a free agent. Because his contract is expired. Next month he officially claimed that he would be leaving Barcelona.
In 2021-22, Messi won the seventh Ballon d’Or and he signed a two-year deal for French Club Paris Saint-German. He made his debut for the club against Reims.
International Career:
From 2004-05, Messi was available to play for both countries of Argentina and Spanish nationals. But Messi declined the offer from Spain’s Under-17 squad. He finalized his status as Argentina Player.
In 2005-06, Messi made his senior debut in Argentina. He played his first game for his country against Peru. He played his first Fifa World Cup in 2006.
From 2007-08, he played Copa America 2007 and also played Summer Olympics 2008 for his country.
In 2009, Argentina struggled to qualify for the World Cup 2010. Messi wore Argentina’s 10 Number shirt for the first time.
In 2011-13, after the World Cup 2010, Messi became the captain of Argentina’s National Team. He secured Argentina for the World Cup 2014.
In 2014-15, Messi helped Argentina in the World Cup 2014 final and Copa America final.
In 2016-17, Messi again helped Argentina in the Copa America Final. He finished the tournament with a good performance. He was named to the team of the tournament. Then he announced his retirement. But Argentina’s fans and the president want him to back to National Team. He returned again to the country.
In 2018, Messi played for his country in the World Cup 2018. But he was injured and can’t help the team in the tournament.
In 2019-20, Messi played Copa America 2019 but claimed that this was not the best for his team in this tournament.
In 2021, Messi played Copa America 2021. In this tournament, Argentina won for Messi’s good performance.
In 2022, he is preparing for the last FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Timeline of Lionel Messi’s Career:
Youth career:
- 1992-95: Grandoll
- 1995-00: Newell’s Old Boys
- 2000-03: Barcelona
Senior Career:
- 2003-04: Barcelona C
- 2004-05: Barcelona B
- 2004-21: Barcelona
- 2021-: Paris Saint-German
National Team:
- 2004-05: Argentina U20
- 2008: Argentina U23
- 2005-: Argentina
Lionel Messi’s Biography:
| Real Name | Lionel Andres Messi |
| Nickname | Atomic Flea, La Pulga, La Pulga Atomica, Leo, Messidona |
| Age | 35 |
| Height (approx) | 1.70 m ( 5 ft 7 in) |
| Weight (approx) | In Kilograms- 67 kg (approx)
In Pounds- 150 lbs (approx) |
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Personal Information |
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| Date of Birth | 24 June 1987 |
| Birth Place | Rosario, Argentina |
| Ethnicity | Hispanic |
| Nationality | Argentine |
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Family Status |
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| Father’s Name | Jorge Horacio Messi |
| Mother’s Name | Celia Maria Cuccittini |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Antonella Roccuzzo |
| Children | 3 |
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Career |
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| Source Of Income | Adidas, Ooredoo, Lay’s, Gatorade, Pepsi, Jacob & Co, Budweiser, Hard Rock International, SIRIN LABS, SikSilk, LEAFTY, Socios.com, Mengniu, Pro Evolution Soccer, Orcam, Messicrirque, Saudi Tourism Authority, Mastercard, Gillette(past), Turkish Airlines(past) |
| Salary (approx) | €780,000/week |
| Net Worth | €380 Million |
| Social Profiles | |
| Twitter Profile | @imessi |
| Instagram Profile | @leomessi |
Lionel Messi’s Age and Height:
Mess’s height is 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm). He suffered from growth hormone deficiency. His age is 34 years old till 2022.
Lionel Messi’s Net Worth:
Messi’s net worth is $620 Million. He stands at 3 number in ranking highest paid players. His net worth includes fees from Brand Endorsements, Salary from FC Barcelona(Past), PSG, and Argentina Football Association
Lionel Messi’s Salary and Endorsement:
Messi’s salary is $5 Million plus per month and his yearly income is $60 Million plus. He has over 40 plus brand endorsements. He has also endorsed Non-Profit organizations like UNICEF and Red Cross.
Wife and Children:
Messi married his long-time girlfriend Antonella Roccuzzo in 2017. They have been blessing 3 children. His eldest child is a son named Thiago Messi born in 2012. Their second son Mateo Messi was born in 2015. Their third son is Ciro Messi Roccuzzo who was born in 2018. Ciro is the only son who was born after their marriage.
Lionel Messi’s Awards and Achievements:
- Ballon d’Or: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021
- World player: 2009
- The Best Award: 2019
- European Golden Shoe: 2009-10, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19
- Laureus World Sports Awards: 2019
- Pichichi LaLiga: 2009-10, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21
- MVP LaLiga: 2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12, 2012-13, 2014-15, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19
- Champions Top Scorer: 2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12, 2014-15, 2018-19
- FIFA FIFPRO: 2006
- Golden Ball: 2014 World Cup
- Men’s Player of the Year: 2010-11, 2014-15
- Golden Boy: 2005
- MVP Copa America: 2021
- Onze d’Or: 2009, 2011, 2012, 2018
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