Lionel Messi

Messi Age — Facts, Numbers and Career Context (2026)

How old is Lionel Messi, and how does his late-career form compare with other all-time greats at the same age?

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38–39

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How old is Lionel Messi, and how does his late-career form compare with other all-time greats at the same age?

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+How old is Messi?

Messi was born on 24 June 1987, making him 38–39 during the 2025/26 season.

+How does this compare with the Messi vs Ronaldo debate overall?

Profile and key facts about Messi — age. For the full side-by-side across goals, trophies, Ballons d'Or and the World Cup, see our main Messi vs Ronaldo comparison.

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