Lionel Messi is undoubtedly one of the greatest footballers in the world. His skills are amazing and have won him accolades in the football world. Here are the 8 facts about the Argentinian football maestro.
1. The Argentinian was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency at a young age. He signed with FC Barcelona and moved to Spain at the age of 13 and therefore the football club agreed to buy his treatment, consistent with his contract.
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2. Messi made his debut to FC Barcelona on November 16, 2003.
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3. He has the won the ecu Golden Shoe award in four seasons — 2009-10, 2011-12, 2012-13 and 2016-17.
4. Messi set the all-time record for many goals scored during a single season for a serious European league with 73 goals.
5. He won the Golden Ball award for the best player of the 2014 World Cup.
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6. The Argentinan star is that the founding father of the Leo Messi Foundation, which aims to enhance healthcare and education for youngsters .
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7. Messi was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
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8. He was placed No 2 in Forbes’ list of highest paid athletes.
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