Arguably the best player to have ever stepped onto the football field, Lionel Messi celebrates his 33rd birthday on Wednesday (June 24, 2020). Born in 1987, the Argentine genius is blessed with an impeccable technique which allows him to place his shots to perfection. Messi's dribbling skills are also second to none as when he has control over the ball, the opposition is nothing more than spectators. Owing to his prowess, the talisman has guided Argentina and Barcelona to numerous memorable triumphs. At 33, the football legend is already a record six-time winner of the European Golden boot, twice UEFA Men’s Player of the Year and six-time La Liga Player of the season. However, along with being a nightmare for the opposition, Messi is a pure family man of the field. Lionel Messi Images & HD Wallpapers For Free Download: Happy Birthday Messi Greetings, HD Photos.

In order to join Barcelona, Messi and his family moved to Spain in 2001. In fact, a legend goes that Messi was homesick when his mother returned to Argentina from Spain in order to take care of her younger son and daughter. Also, his famous goal celebration, where he points both his hands towards the sky, is a tribute to his late grandmother. The Barcelona sensation tied knots with his childhood friend Antonella Roccuzzo on June 2017. The couple is blessed with three sons Thiago (born 2012), Mateo (born 2015) and Ciro (born 2018). Although Messi is not a very user of social media. However, he frequently shares adorable photos and videos with his loved ones. As the Argentine star turns a year older, let's look at 10 pictures which will give you family goals. Lionel Messi Birthday Special: Take a Look at 10 Lesser-Known Facts About the Argentine Genius As He Turns 33.

Travel Goals!!

 

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Celebrations!!

 

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Feliz cumple gordito hermoso !!!!

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Happy Family!!

 

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FELIZ DÍA MI VIDA !!!! 😍😍😍

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Perfect Father!!

 

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Off For A Trip Again!!

 

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Adorable!!

Family Time!!

 

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Feliz pascua 🐰❤️🐰

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One With Loved One!!

 

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✈️ París

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Happiness All Around!!

 

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Son días complicados para todo el mundo. Vivimos preocupados por lo que está ocurriendo y queremos ayudar poniéndonos en el lugar de aquellos que peor lo están pasando, o bien porque les afectó directamente a ellos o sus familiares y amigos, o porque están trabajando en primera línea para combatirlo en hospitales y centros de salud. Quiero enviarles mucha fuerza a todos ellos. La salud debe ser siempre lo primero. Es un momento excepcional y hay que seguir las indicaciones tanto de las organizaciones sanitarias como de las autoridades públicas. Sólo así podremos combatirlo de manera efectiva. Es el momento de ser responsable y quedarse en casa, además es perfecto para disfrutar ese tiempo con los tuyos que no siempre se puede tener. Un abrazo y ojalá consigamos darle vuelta a esta situación cuanto antes. #QuedateEnCasa #StayAtHome

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The Prestigious Ballon d'Or!!

As of now, Messi is leading Barcelona in the ongoing La Liga 2019-20 where the Catalan Club is chasing it's third consecutive title. Also, they will be hoping to achieve their first Champions League success since 2015. Well, Messi has shown some good form of late and he'll be critical to his side's success. Also, he is just short of completing 700 goals in professional football. At 33, however, Messi has certainly entered the latter half of his career and it will be interesting to see what more feathers he'll add to his already illustrious hat. Happy Birthday Legend!!

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