In the world of football there are bonds that stand the test of time. One of those indestructible links is the one that unites Lionel Messi with the FC Barcelona, a marriage that, although it was interrupted for economic and financial reasons, is destined to have a final chapter at the Camp Nou. From his painful departure to PSG and, more recently, towards Inter Miami, the man from Rosario has always expressed his eternal love for the Catalan club. Now, it seems that the wait for his return to the stadium that saw him grow as a player is coming to an end.
The unexpected turn that took Messi to PSG and then to Inter Miami was not simply a capricious choice by the Argentine player. Motivated by financial problems that plagued FC Barcelona and internal financial challenges, Messi was forced to seek new horizons. However, in the heart of the Argentine star, the Camp Nou always was and will be his football home.
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The news that all football fans have been waiting for has finally arrived. According to newspaper information The National, Barça plans to organize an emotional tribute match to Messi at the Camp Nou. And the surprise does not end there, since the rival selected for this unique match would be none other than the Argentine team.
With the stadium undergoing renovation, work on the new Camp Nou is expected to conclude in November next year. This would open the possibility of scheduling the tribute match for 2024, coinciding with the celebrations of the 125th anniversary of FC Barcelona.
Inter Miami approval and logistical details
Messi’s current club, Inter Miami, has given its approval for the match to be played in Barcelona. This gesture demonstrates the understanding and respect that exists in the world of football, recognizing the importance of honoring a player who has left an indelible mark on Barça.
The meeting is expected to take place on a strategic date between December 2024 and the first months of 2025, avoiding coincidences with the commitments of the various leagues. This would guarantee the presence of international stars and the massive recognition that an event of this magnitude deserves.
How many goals did Messi score for Barcelona?
Messi spent almost two decades with Barça after arriving from Argentina as a teenager to play in the youth team. He made his first team debut at age 17 in 2004, and then played 17 seasons as a culé. He helped the club win the Champions League four times; LaLiga, ten times; the Copa del Rey, seven times and the Spanish Super Cup, eight times.
The Argentine player left Barcelona as their all-time leading scorer with 672 goals. The current PSG star played 778 games for the club, another record. He is also the top scorer in the Spanish league with 474 goals in 520 games.
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