Lionel Andres “Leo” Messi Cuccittini is believed by some to be the ultimate footballer in the world. Yes, yes we know not everyone will agree and will remind us that he is currently ranked number 2 in the world. Even then one must not forget the incredible talent that this man has. Give Messi a football and watch the magic that unfolds.
Here are few things that you might not have known about Messi.
1. Shortest Forward in the World
2. Youngest Player to be nominated for FIFA World Player of the Year
3. First Player to win the FIFA World Player of the Year 4 year in a row
4. Diagnosed with Growth Hormone Deficiency Syndrome
5. Most Hat-Tricks scored in Barcelona
6. First in the World to win 3 European Golden Shoe Awards
7. First Football Contract was written on a napkin
8. Loves his food, a foodie to the core
9. Thiago is already in line to play for Newell’s Old Boys
10. Messi met his Wife and Mother of his Son when he was five years old
12. Messi the amazing Philanthropist
13. World record for most goals in one year
14. His debut lasted less than a minute
15. First and only Player to be a top scorer in four consecutive Champions League campaigns