- He has won the CONMEBOL Copa América™ twice and the World Cup once.
- Against Bolivia, he scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists.
Lionel Messi has completed 20 years of a remarkable career: from October 16, 2004, when he debuted at 17 years old for Barcelona against Espanyol, to this day, he has mesmerized football fans. He has won 8 Ballon d'Ors, more than any other player in history.
Messi in CONMEBOL Copa América™ History
Messi holds the record for the most appearances in the history of the CONMEBOL Copa América™: a total of 39 matches across seven editions: 2007, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2021, and 2024.
The Rosario-born star has won two titles (2021 and 2024), played in three finals (2007, 2015, and 2016), and scored a total of 14 goals.
Messi in World Cups
With Argentina, Messi became a World Champion in Qatar 2022, after having played in five previous World Cups: 2006, 2010, 2014 (where he reached the final), and 2018. He has played 26 matches (just one behind Matthäus) and scored 13 goals, making him Argentina's top scorer in this competition.
Messi in Clubs
He debuted for Barcelona, then played for Paris Saint-Germain, and is currently playing for Inter Miami. He has won 40 titles, 35 of them with the Spanish club.
Messi’s Goal-Scoring Comeback in the World Cup Qualifiers
Messi missed the September double matchday due to injury. In Buenos Aires, against Bolivia, he made a spectacular comeback, scoring three goals and providing two assists in Argentina's 6-0 victory, keeping them at the top of the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
