Lionel Andres Messi My favourite sportsmen is Leo Messi. He is Argentinian and he’s playing football in Europe now.

Messi - origin Messi was born 24.06.1987 in Rosario-Argentina. He comes from Italy.

Messi as a child. Messi began his sport career in „Newell’s old boys”club. In this club, his career was short, because scouts of „Barca”took him to „young Barcelona”.

Messi in „FC Barcelona” His career in „Barca” began in 2000 year. For this time he play in „Barca” in almost every match,and I hope it remain so.

Messi-Argentinian Playing in Argentina national team he began in 2005 year. During 43 meetings Messi shot 13 goals.

Olimpic Games in 2008 year. His olimpic career began in Beijing . His first goal he shot in match with Ivory Coast .

Champions league. Messi together with his friends from „Barca” achieved triumph in Champions League 2008-2009. In final match Messi scored one goal.

„ Player of The Year 2009” In 2009 Messi achieved title of „The Player of the Year”. This title is very important for every player, because it is based of coaches votes

„The Golden Ball” In 2009 Leo Messi has also received „Golden Ball” award. „Golden Ball” is the award given by FIFA to the best player.

Winner of Primera Division 2008-2009. In the 2008-2009 season, Barca achieved title of the Champion. Leo Messi was one of the strongest points of his team.