“We Had No Idea What Was Coming.” Barcelona Football Club Reminisces On

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October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

“We Had No Idea What Was Coming.” Barcelona Football Club Reminisces On Messi’s Debut 21 Years Ago, Celebrates The Argentinian’s Captain Anniversary

On October 16, 2004, 17-year-old Lionel Messi made his professional debut for FC Barcelona, substituting in during a 1-0 La Liga victory over Espanyol at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

Over his 17-year tenure, he played 778 matches, scored 672 goals, provided 269 assists, and won 35 major trophies, including 10 La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions Leagues.