Lionel Messi, born on June 24, 1987, is an Argentine professional soccer player widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. He spent the majority of his career with FC Barcelona before joining Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in August 2021.

Messi's early life in Rosario, Argentina, was marked by his prodigious talent and growth hormone deficiency that stunted his growth. He moved to Barcelona's youth academy, La Masia, at a young age, quickly rising through the ranks. His breakthrough into Barcelona's senior team came in 2004, and he went on to become the club's all-time leading scorer.

During his time at Barcelona, Messi won numerous domestic and international titles, including multiple UEFA Champions League titles, La Liga championships, and Ballon d'Or awards. His incredible dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring ability set him apart.

In 2021, due to financial constraints faced by FC Barcelona, Messi left the club and joined PSG on a free transfer. His impact on the sport, both on and off the field, is immense, and he continues to be an iconic figure in the world of soccer.

During his time at Barcelona, Messi won numerous domestic and international titles, including multiple UEFA Champions League titles, La Liga championships, and Ballon d'Or awards. His incredible dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring ability set him apart.

In 2021, due to financial constraints faced by FC Barcelona, Messi left the club and joined PSG on a free transfer. His impact on the sport, both on and off the field, is immense, and he continues to be an iconic figure in the world of soccer.