"I always thought I wanted to play professionally, and I always knew that to do that I'd have to make a lot of sacrifices."
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About Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is an Argentine professional footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He was born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina. Messi began his career at a young age with FC Barcelona's youth team and quickly rose through the ranks to become a key player for both Barça and the Argentine national team. Known for his exceptional dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring ability, Messi has won numerous individual awards and led his teams to multiple championships, including multiple UEFA Champions League titles and FIFA World Cup victories.
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