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The Argentine forward’s Instagram account continues to break records. The latest of these came as the account surpassed the 300-million follower mark to become one of only four profiles to have reached this landmark since the platform was launched.

The PSG attacker took to his account to thank his followers for their daily support: “We now have 300 million followers! I’m forever grateful for all of your support. Hugs!”

Leo Messi enjoyed his first outing of 2022 as Paris Saint-Germain overcame Stade de Reims at the Parc des Princes on Matchday 22 in a 4-0 win. This latest success brings PSG's points tally to 53 and cements their place at the top of Ligue 1.

The PSG attacker and Albiceleste captain was the only Argentine named in the 2021 FIFA FIFPRO Men’s World11. This latest distinction comes on the back of an excellent 2021 for Leo, which was rounded off as he claimed the Ballon d’Or in December, and sees him begin 2022 with further recognition after landing a place in FIFA’s Best XI for the 15th time in his career.

Leo Messi took to his Instagram account to send the following message to all of his followers after he tested positive for COVID-19: “Good afternoon! As you know, I’ve had COVID and wanted to thank you for all of the messages I’ve received and let you know that although it took me longer than I expected to feel fine again, I’ve nearly recovered and I can’t wait to get back out on the pitch. I’ve been training over the last few days to make sure I’m at 100%. We have some special challenges ahead of us this year and I hope that we can see each other again very soon. Thanks!

Leo Messi has been announced as a finalist for The Best FIFA Men’s Player, which world football’s governing body bestows on the most outstanding player of the year. The PSG attacker is one of the three players in the running to secure the accolade. The awards ceremony will be held on 17 January. Leo previously claimed the distinction in 2019.

Leo Messi enjoyed a year that saw him receive a number of awards, both individual and collective.

He captained Argentina to Copa América glory as the Albiceleste lifted the trophy for the first time in 28 years. In the individual stakes, he was crowned Player of the Tournament and topped the competition’s scoring charts.

In terms of his achievements at club level, he called time on his spell at FC Barcelona by winning the Pichichi Award for the 2020/21 LaLiga season and capturing the Copa del Rey, claiming the Man of the Match award in the showpiece.

Following his move to PSG, he landed the silver and gold awards at the 2021 Premios Olimpia in recognition of his status as the best Argentine footballer and athlete of the year. He then capped off 2021 in style by securing his seventh Ballon d’Or.