On this day, 20 years ago, the football world witnessed the beginning of a legendary journey. A 17-year-old Lionel Messi made his La Liga debut for FC Barcelona, stepping onto the pitch and forever changing the course of football history.
As reported by Idman.biz, it was October 16, 2004, when the Argentine prodigy played his first official match in Spain's top division, wearing the iconic Barça jersey. Coming on as a substitute against Espanyol, Messi showed glimpses of his extraordinary talent—quickly becoming a name that fans would remember.
In the two decades that followed, Messi didn’t just live up to the early hype, he surpassed it. With an unmatched record of trophies, goals, and assists, the world watched as he evolved from a promising teenager into a global football icon.
Legacy Like No Other
- 7 Ballon d'Ors
- 4 Champions League titles
- 10 La Liga championships
- Over 700 career goals for club and country
Lionel Messi's debut 20 years ago marked the beginning of an era. Today, he stands as one of the greatest footballers of all time, inspiring generations of fans and players alike.
Aysel Mammadzada
Idman.biz
