Lionel messi barcelona latest news

Here are the latest news and updates about Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona:

Latest News:

  1. Messi's Future at Barcelona: There have been rumors about Messi's future at Barcelona, with some speculating that he might leave the club. However, Messi has recently stated that he wants to stay at Barcelona and has a contract until 2023.
  2. Messi's Injury: Messi suffered a minor injury during Barcelona's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad on January 25. He was substituted in the 65th minute and is expected to be out for a few days.
  3. Messi's Goal Scoring Record: Messi has broken his own record for most goals scored in a calendar year, with 34 goals in 2020. He surpassed his previous record of 33 goals in 2012.
  4. Messi's Hat-Trick: Messi scored a hat-trick in Barcelona's 4-1 win over Granada on January 18, taking his tally to 16 goals in the La Liga season.
  5. Messi's Contract Extension: There have been reports that Messi is close to signing a contract extension with Barcelona, which would keep him at the club until 2025.

Recent Matches:

  1. Barcelona 2-1 Real Sociedad: Messi scored a goal in Barcelona's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad on January 25.
  2. Barcelona 4-1 Granada: Messi scored a hat-trick in Barcelona's 4-1 win over Granada on January 18.
  3. Barcelona 1-1 Atlético Madrid: Messi scored the equalizing goal in Barcelona's 1-1 draw with Atlético Madrid on January 12.

Recent Quotes:

  1. On his future at Barcelona: "I want to stay at Barcelona, I have a contract until 2023 and I want to fulfill it."
  2. On his injury: "It's nothing serious, just a minor injury. I'll be back soon."
  3. On his goal scoring record: "I'm happy to have broken my own record. It's a great feeling to be able to score so many goals."

Recent Awards and Recognition:

  1. FIFA Best Player: Messi was named the FIFA Best Player for the seventh time in 2020.
  2. Ballon d'Or: Messi won the Ballon d'Or for the seventh time in 2020.
  3. La Liga Best Player: Messi was named the La Liga Best Player for the seventh time in 2020.