Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi (born June 24, 1987) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains both Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, holding numerous individual records and accolades. Here's a more detailed look at his life and career: Early Life and Career: Born in Rosario, Argentina, Messi began playing soccer at a young age. He joined Newell's Old Boys' youth team in 1995. At 13, he moved to Barcelona, Spain, to join FC Barcelona's youth academy. He quickly rose through the ranks, making his first-team debut at 16. Club Career: Messi spent his professional club career with FC Barcelona, where he won a club-record 35 trophies. He holds numerous records for Barcelona, including most goals (672), most goals in La Liga (474), and most goals in a single La Liga season (50). In 2021, he joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and in 2023, he signed with Inter Miami.