Lionel Messi

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

Messi's height and how it shaped his playing style — short, low centre of gravity, world-class balance.

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Profile and key facts about Messi — height.

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1.70 m (5'7")

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Messi's height and how it shaped his playing style — short, low centre of gravity, world-class balance.

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+How tall is Messi?

1.70 metres, or 5 feet 7 inches.

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

Profile and key facts about Messi — height. 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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