Lionel Andrés " Leo " Messi[note 1] (born 24 June 1987) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains both Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and the Argentina …

Official website of Lionel Messi, professional soccer player and world champion with the Argentine national team

Feb 14, 2026 · Lionel Messi is an Argentine-born football (soccer) player who has been named the world’s best men’s player of the year seven times (2009–12, 2015, 2019, and 2021). In 2022 he …

3 days ago · Inter Miami will breathe a sigh of relief now that their captain Lionel Messi returned to training ahead of the Herons’ 2026 Major League Soccer opener against LAFC on Saturday night. …

5 days ago · With highlights, quotes, stats, trivia, World Cup history and 2026 hopes, FIFA spotlights one-of-a-kind Argentina No10 Lionel Messi.

3 days ago · After a muscle injury scare, Messi rejoins Inter Miami training as the defending champs prepare for a high-profile clash in Los Angeles.

Dec 15, 2025 · Read CNN’s Fast Facts about Lionel “Leo” Messi and learn about the soccer player who plays for Argentina’s national team and Major League Soccer (MLS) club Inter Miami.

Feb 9, 2026 · Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar and more. What next for Neymar? Santos’ unexpected move sparks talk of Messi reunion.

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Lionel Messi is the cousin of Maximiliano Biancucchi (Retired). Lionel Messi is the cousin of Emanuel Biancucchi (Retired). Lionel Messi is the brother of Matias Messi (Agent).