The Full Lionel Messi Story: From a Paper Napkin to the World Cup

Lionel Messi is not just a football player; he is a story of pure determination that began in the streets of Rosario and ended at the pinnacle of history. In this deep-dive documentary by BT+, we bring you the complete biography and professional career of "La Pulga" in exhaustive detail.

From his childhood struggle with growth hormone deficiency and signing his first contract on a paper napkin, through the golden years at FC Barcelona—achieving the Sextuple and Trebles—to the dramatic moments with the Argentine national team and the heartbreaks that preceded the ultimate glory at Qatar 2022.

We explore Messi’s miraculous numbers, his record-breaking eight Ballons d'Or, and his journey past 850 career goals, leading up to his current chapter with Inter Miami in MLS as of 2025. If you are looking for the definitive story of the GOAT, you are in the right place.

What you will discover in this video:

The beginning of Leo’s journey from Newell’s Old Boys to La Masia.

Inside the Guardiola era and the record-breaking 91-goal calendar year.

The truth behind his departure from Barcelona to PSG and his move to Inter Miami.

His international redemption: From the 2016 retirement to winning the Copa América and the FIFA World Cup.

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