Lionel Messi is one of the greatest players in world football history. During his career, the Argentine superstar has set a series of records that, according to British media, “may never be broken”.
Played the most matches for Argentina – 176 matches
At this time, Messi is the player who has played the most matches for the Argentina team with 176 times, 29 more matches than second place Javier Mascherano (retired). During his time with the national team, Messi scored 104 goals, winning the Copa America 2021 and World Cup 2022. It is likely that Messi will continue to participate in Copa America next year.
Winning the most European Golden Shoes – 6
The European Golden Shoe is an award given to the player who scores the most goals in a season in a European national championship. During his career, Messi has won this title 6 times in the seasons 2009–10, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19.
Ronaldo is second with 4 times. However, Ronaldo is no longer playing in Europe.
Won the most collective titles – 44
After winning the Leagues Cup in August, Messi officially surpassed Dani Alves to become the player with the most collective titles with 44 titles. The person closest to Messi on this list is Andres Iniesta with 37 titles. At the age of 39, the possibility of Iniesta surpassing Messi is almost impossible.
Scored the most goals for one club – 672 goals
Messi has scored 672 goals in 778 matches for Barca Club. In history, no player has scored more goals for a team than Mesis. This summer, Messi intended to return to Barca. However, the Argentine superstar later changed his mind.
Scored the most goals in La Liga – 474 goals
Alan Shearer is the highest scorer in Premier League history with 260 goals. As for Messi, he scored nearly double this number in La Liga with a total of 474 goals. According to the opinion, it is very difficult for any player to break this record in the future.
Most goals scored in a season in La Liga – 50 goals
Messi and Ronaldo once competed fiercely for the title of top scorer in La Liga. In the 2014-15 season, Ronaldo pocketed 48 goals, but this number is still not equal to Messi’s achievement of 50 goals in the 2011/2012 season.
Scored the most goals in a calendar year – 91 goals
In 2012, Messi had a memorable season when he scored 91 goals for Barca and Argentina. This achievement helps Messi break the legendary Gerd Muller’s four-decade record of 85 goals.
Won the most Golden Balls – 7 times
In history, only 10 players have won more than one Golden Ball. Only Ronaldo and Messi have more than 3 Golden Balls. Here, Messi surpassed Ronaldo by winning 7 Ballon d’Ors, 2 more titles than his colleague from Portugal.
Even Messi is facing the opportunity to increase his achievement to 8 as the number 1 candidate for this award this year. The award ceremony will take place on October 30,
