So you think you are the biggest fan of Lionel Messi? When, How and Why did he join Barcelona? What else does he do besides showing his football skills? Who is he dating? Who is he married to? Here's more about Lionel Messi that few know and I can bet that you are not from that few!
Messi First Contract
The 13 year old Lionel Messi signed his first contract with Barcelona on a used napkin. His dad wanted him to sign for the club. In fact, he was so keen that he wanted to ensure that they bring him the contract after the end of the dinner. So Charley Rexach, who was the club's sporting director, called for the barman at their meeting and prepared a contract on what hangs in Messi's lawyer office as the most celebrated napkin!
National Call for Spain!
In the beginning Messi's career with Barcelona didn't went well. Following his exploits, Messi was called to play for Spain. He chose to wait for the call from his country- Argentina. If he had opted for Spain, he would have become a part of the World Cup winning team.
47 seconds of gameplay
In his debut for Argentina, Lionel Messi played only 47 seconds. In the match against Hungary in 2005, Messi entered the game in the 18th minute of the second half and was sent off just 47 seconds later with a red card.
Messi Dating:
Messi is married to Antonella Roccuzzo who is a fellow native of Rosario. Earlier, he was linked to Macarena Lemos and Argentine model Luciana Salazar.
Messi Foundation:
Messi established the Leo Messi foundation in 2007 to provide education and health to children who cannot afford it. In an interview, he said, "Being a bit famous now gives me opportunity to help people who really need it, especially children"
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