From joining FC Barcelona’s La Masia to winning FIFA Player of the Year Award five times, Messi has come a long way ahead in his professional career! Watch his life journey here.

Lionel Messi, Argentina’s captain for FIFA World Cup 2018, has been portrayed majestically in this short video, which is going viral on the social media. The star Argentine player was a rare talent in the sport and was spotted at an early age.  A growth defect had almost ended his dream to play football, during his childhood. Despite all the troubles he faced during his young age, Messi went on to become one of the greatest players of all times!

In the run-up to FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, Lionel Messi, in his recent interview to FIFA TV, said that the best decision he ever made in his life was to stay at Barcelona when things were really tough. Messi mentioned how difficult it was because of the distance and how did he keep chasing his dream.

From joining FC Barcelona’s La Masia to winning FIFA Player of the Year Award five times, Messi has come a long way ahead in his professional career. The following motivational video shows Lionel Messi overcome all the obstacles that he faced during his childhood. Titled Heart of a Lio, the short-film takes you through the ups and downs of Messi’s life.

Much like Diego Maradona did, Lionel Messi has been carrying the burden of Argentina’s World Cup ambitions on his shoulders. A lot has been said about his performances for his nation. However, the fact remains is that he has led from the front and has ensured that Argentina qualifies for the FIFA WC 2018 in Russia.

Lionel Messi’s hat-trick against Ecuador in the World Cup Qualifiers remains etched in every football fan’s mind. Being 1-0 down in the do-or-die match, Messi scored three goals later to ensure that his side qualifies for the FIFA World Cup 2018.