Before the packed stadiums, the millions of fans, the Ballon d’Or trophies and the World Cup glory, there was simply a little boy in Rosario who never wanted to let go of a football. 🥹⚽ At just four years old, Lionel Messi began chasing a ball without knowing that one day, the entire world would be chasing his magic. From the streets of Argentina and Grandoli to Newell's Old Boys, from overcoming a growth hormone deficiency to leaving home at just 13 for Barcelona — his journey was never just about talent. It was about courage, sacrifice and an unstoppable love for the game. ❤️ That small boy from Rosario went on to conquer football, break records once thought impossible, and give generations memories they will carry forever. From La Masia to Camp Nou, from countless magical nights to finally lifting the World Cup for Argentina… what followed was more than history. It was a fairytale. 🏆🐐 And as one of football's greatest journeys reaches its final chapters, these childhood photos...