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Lionel Andrés Messi was born in Rosario, Argentina. Even as a very young boy, he showed an incredible love for football, always playing with a ball at his feet!

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At just 8 years old, Messi joined his local club Newell's Old Boys. However, he was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency that would require special medical treatment.

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FC Barcelona offered to pay for Messi's medical treatment if he moved to Spain. His family relocated to Barcelona, and young Leo joined the famous La Masia youth academy.

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At age 17, Messi made his official debut for Barcelona's first team, becoming the youngest player to play for Barça in an official match at that time.

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Messi won his first UEFA Champions League trophy with Barcelona, scoring in the final against Manchester United. This was part of a historic treble-winning season!

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Messi scored an incredible 91 goals in a single calendar year, breaking the world record! He also won his fourth consecutive Ballon d'Or award.

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Led Argentina to the World Cup final in Brazil. Though they lost to Germany, Messi won the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player.

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After 21 years, Messi made an emotional departure from Barcelona due to financial issues at the club. He joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in France.

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Messi's greatest dream came true! He led Argentina to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, finally winning the one trophy that had eluded him throughout his career.

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Messi begins a new chapter in his career by joining Inter Miami in the United States, bringing his magical football skills to North America!