Career Timeline

Four major chapters in Messi's professional journey.

2004

Messi made his official first-team debut for Barcelona as a teenager and began one of the defining club careers of his generation.

2021

After his long Barcelona spell ended, Messi continued his career in France with Paris Saint-Germain.

2022

Messi captained Argentina to the World Cup title in Qatar and was named the tournament's best player.

2023 → 2026

Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023. On September 16, 2026, the club reported that he became its first player to reach 100 goals.

Career snapshots

Pictures to place beside the timeline.