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Lionel Messi turns 36: A look at Argentine football legend's career, accomplishments

In June, the football legend announced his decision to join Inter Miami

Published: June 24, 2023 16:35 Compiled by Dona Cherian, Assistant Online Editor and Inputs from IANS

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Argentina striker Lionel Messi, arguably one of the greatest ever to play the game, turned 36 on Saturday. The modern-day footballing legend, nicknamed 'La Pulga' (the Flea in Spanish) and 'Messiah', was born in a humble household in Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina. Image Credit: AFP file

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FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Messi leads Argentina to glory over France — However, the crowning moment of his illustrious footballing career came last year when he led Argentina to its third FIFA World Cup title in Qatar. He scored seven goals in the tournament, winning the 'Player of the Tournament award once again. Image Credit: Wires

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Lionel Messi — In his international career, Messi made his senior international debut in 2005. In 175 matches for the national side, he has scored 103 goals. After Ali Daei (Iran, 109 goals) and Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, 123 goals), he is the third-highest goal-scorer at the international level. Image Credit: REUTERS

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MESSI 3 DIR-1683195040602 — Messi is married to Antonella Roccuzzo and the couple have three sons. Here, the football icon and Saudi Tourism Ambassador is pictured enjoying a trip to Saudi Arabia with his family. Image Credit:

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