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Messi is born
Messi is born. -
his defect
Messi was told he will have to be forced to quit soccer due to an extremely rare condition that wouldnt let his hormones adapt and grow. -
hormone defect
However, from the age of 11, he suffered from a growth hormone deficiency. As his parents were unable to pay for treatment in Argentina, they decided to move to Barcelona, Spain, after scouts of FC Barcelona had been made aware of his talents. Shortly after arriving, he underwent a full trial, despite being only 13 years of age. He excelled at the trial and Barcelona chiefs offered to pay for his treatments if he joined them. Leo did so, and took the youth system by storm. He made his unofficial -
unicef
UNICEF works in over 150 countries and territories to try to guarantee children the right to survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF, which is the largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, works to improve health and nutrition of children, the water quality and sanitation, quality basic education for all children and protection of children from violence, exploitation and HIV / AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by voluntary contributions from individuals, c -
his career begins
Lionel became the youngest player to play in La Liga when he appeared for FC Barcelona in 2004 at 17. He was still 17 when he scored his first goal, which also set a La Liga record. His teenaged teammate, Bojan Krkic, broke both marks in 2007–08. Lionel assisted on the record-breaking goal. -
debut
this was the date that he went pro. extremely young at 17 years of age, and started out as a key player. -
messi and unicef
Leo Messi was appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in March this year. In the summer he travelled to Haiti to learn about the situation of those affected by the earthquake. While in Haiti, Leo experienced firsthand the impact a large natural disaster has on the lives of millions of children. This year he also participated in the "Brothers for life" campaign to promote the prevention of HIV in South Africa during the World Cup. In the past he has supported several fundraising initiatives to benef -
more words
"I know there are a lot of children that have diseases, many that don't have an education, many that don't have good nutrition. I am ready to do everything I can to help them in my collaboration with UNICEF," said the newly minted Goodwill Ambassador. "We are very proud and very excited to welcome you to the UNICEF family," Director of Private Fundraising and Partnerships Philip O´Brien told Messi, speaking on behalf of Executive Director Ann M. Veneman. "This is a commitment you are making no -
unicef ambassador.
UNICEF to announce Lionel Messi as Goodwill Ambassador. -
messi and haiti
About Haiti Lionel said: “It was a wonderful but hard experience, too. I had seen on TV what happened in Haiti and what’s still happening, but to see it in person is very tough. I want to remind everybody that problems in Haiti persist and we need to continue to provide all our support because we can do a lot and children in Haiti still need us”. Messi donated money food and time to those in need during desperate times. -
his words
Messi as the ambassado of unicef said during the meeting Messi said: "I like that football reminds me of the importance of working with children. Football is much more than a sport. If it was possible, I would exchange my goals for teachers and schools for all children, and also for food to allow all children to grow healthy," -
Messi an diseases.
Children asked Lionel which unjustice he would score a goal against. He answered that he would like to score a goal against serious diseases that affect very young kids”. He remembered that from his own Foundation,
he has activated several projects orientated to disabled children, as the construction of a fun zone adapted to them in a Barcelona Hospital -
his age
Unicef and his fans believe he is the perfect role model for kids because of his age. He can easily relate to kids at an age of 21 at the moment. Kids look up to him as a close friend someone they can easily relate to. -
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messi
Messi is the ambassador of unicef, he travels all around the world doing charity work and giving out soccer equipment to kids and teach him how to love the game -
Messi and kids.
Messi growing up knew how it felt like being told he could never accomplish his passion and dreams he had for the game of soccer. That is why he always goes arounbd the world giving kids speeches about how nothing is impossible as long as you set your mind to it and have a passion for what you do. -
his wishes
He wishes to score his goal against disease, to find cures. And donate the money needed for it. -
opprtunities
Messi also gives talented soccer players an experiece and opportunity to recieve personal tips and trainings with him. -
donations
Messi also donates many equiptment to kids who play in the streets and kick a soccer ball with their bare feet. Or donates soccer balls to those who play with oranges or flat sports balls. -
salary
messi makes about 58 million a year and a good proportion of that money goes to unicef.
