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Leo Messi was born June 24, 1987 in Rosario, Argentina.
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When Leo was 11, he was significantly smaller than other kids of his age. Later that year, he was diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. (exact date unknown)
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Leo Messi's home team, the Newell Old Boys, was based in Rosario, Argentina. He went through a spell of 5 years at that club.
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In 2004, Leo joined Fc Barcelona, being told they would also pay for him to get treatment for GHD
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Leo scored his first goal for the club during the 34th week of the 04/05 season. He hit the ball on the half-volley, chipping it over the keeper.
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In August, Leo Messi made his first debut as an Argentine National player. He was sent off 3 minutes of being subbed on.
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He won his first UEFA trophy in the 08/09 season. He has won 3 of the 5 they have mustered.
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In 2009, Leo won his first Ballon d'Or with FC Barcelona by a huge margin of about 200 votes.
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Leo's first son, Thiago, was born November 2nd in 2012. He is now 2 years old.
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With over 251 goals, Messi broke the scoring record for the La Liga which was previously set by Zarra.
