Lionel messi news today

Here are some recent news updates about Lionel Messi:

Latest News:

  1. Messi's Contract Extension Talks with Barcelona: Messi's contract with Barcelona is set to expire in 2021, and there have been reports of contract extension talks between the player and the club. However, there is no official update on the negotiations yet. (Source: ESPN)
  2. Messi's Goal Scoring Record: Messi has broken his own record by scoring his 700th goal for club and country. He achieved this feat in a 3-0 win over Ferencvaros in the Champions League. (Source: BBC Sport)
  3. Messi's Injury Update: Messi has been ruled out of Barcelona's upcoming La Liga match against Real Madrid due to a calf injury. The club has not provided a timeline for his return to action. (Source: Marca)
  4. Messi's Philanthropic Efforts: Messi has donated €1 million to the Spanish Red Cross to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. He has also donated to various other charities and organizations throughout his career. (Source: Goal.com)
  5. Messi's International Career: Messi has announced his retirement from international football, citing a desire to focus on his club career and spend more time with his family. He has played 138 times for Argentina, scoring 72 goals. (Source: The Guardian)

Recent Quotes:

  1. "I'm not thinking about leaving Barcelona. I'm happy here and I want to continue playing for this club." - Messi (Source: ESPN)
  2. "I'm not going to play for another club. I'm a Barcelona player and I want to stay here." - Messi (Source: Marca)
  3. "I'm proud of what I've achieved in my career, but I'm not satisfied. I want to keep winning and achieving more." - Messi (Source: Goal.com)

Recent Awards and Recognition:

  1. The Best FIFA Men's Player: Messi won the award for the best men's player in the world for the seventh time in 2020. (Source: FIFA)
  2. La Liga Best Player: Messi was named the best player in La Liga for the seventh time in 2020. (Source: La Liga)
  3. UEFA Champions League Best Player: Messi was named the best player in the UEFA Champions League for the fourth time in 2020. (Source: UEFA)