Lionel Messi - Goodbye

This is a soaring, emotional farewell anthem for Lionel Messi at the end of his final World Cup. A powerhouse voice, sweeping strings and pounding drums carry his story: the boy from Rosario who was told he was too small, the years of glory at Barcelona, the one trophy that kept escaping him, and the night in Qatar in 2022 when he finally lifted it. At thirty-nine, the all-time World Cup goalscorer takes his final bow on the biggest stage. Goodbye, Messi.

Lyrics

Goodbye Messi, end of the line Goodbye Messi, greatest of all time Goodbye Messi, end of the line Goodbye Messi, greatest of all time A boy from Rosario, too small, they said Grew into the greatest the world's ever had He carried a nation, he gave us it all Now the curtain comes down, watch the last star fall One more time, one more time The greatest of all time Goodbye Messi, end of the line Goodbye Messi, greatest of all time Goodbye Messi, end of the line Goodbye Messi, greatest of all time

FAQ
Is 2026 Lionel Messi's last World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is expected to be Messi's fifth and final World Cup, played at age 39. He has long indicated this tournament in North America is his last on the biggest stage.

How many World Cup goals does Lionel Messi have?

Messi is the all-time leading World Cup goalscorer, having passed 20 career World Cup goals in 2026 to move beyond Miroslav Klose's previous record of 16. He also scored in a record number of consecutive World Cup appearances.

Did Lionel Messi win the World Cup?

Yes. Messi captained Argentina to victory at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, beating France in the final at the Lusail Stadium, the trophy that had eluded him across four previous tournaments.

Why did Lionel Messi take injections as a boy?

As a child in Rosario, Messi was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency and needed nightly injections. Barcelona agreed to fund the treatment when he joined their academy, La Masia, at 13.

How many Ballon d'Or awards does Lionel Messi have?

Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards, more than any other player in the history of the game.

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