Lionel Messi

A terrific presence on the field, Lionel Messi, according to some, has reserved a spot for himself in the ranks of all time great players like, Pelé and Maradona. You can find him in the right wing of the Barcelona attack, trying to concoct a blend of speed and trickery to frustrate and get past multiple defenders. Born on June 24, 1987, this Argentinian footballer has joined the Barcelona when he was 13 years old. Winner of the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 2009 and 2010, Messi has won five league titles, and in the 2008 - 09 forming a triad with Andrés Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez, scored 38 goals only to better the record, in next two seasons, to glorious 45 and 50. He started playing for his country in August, 2005, and participated in 2006 World Cup. Olympic Games 2008 held in China saw him win the gold medal for his country. Put on a display of his sublime talent in the 2010 World Cup.