Lionel Messi adds another record to his career and, at the same time, becomes the subject of a biographical comic book. “Lionel Messi – The Graphic Novel,” published by Gremese, is now available in bookstores. This illustrated volume, created by Slovak authors Zuzana and Ivana Jancová, is dedicated to the life and athletic career of the Argentine champion.
The book’s release coincides with a new milestone achieved by the forward. Thanks to his two-goal performance against Austria at the 2026 World Cup, Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals, surpassing the previous record held by Miroslav Klose. He achieved this feat just a few days before his 39th birthday.
The 120-page full-color graphic novel traces the major milestones of his career: from his childhood in Rosario and his diagnosis of growth hormone deficiency to his move to Spain, and finally to his rise to prominence with Barcelona. Ample space is also devoted to his years under Pep Guardiola, his experiences with the Argentine national team, and his subsequent moves to Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami.
Structured like a coming-of-age novel, the book follows the soccer player’s personal and professional journey through chapters that chronicle the various stages of his athletic and personal growth. It explores the successes that led Messi to win the World Cup and eight Ballon d’Or awards, as well as the difficulties and obstacles he faced along the way. For the authors, making their international debut, this graphic novel offers an opportunity to tell the story of one of the most influential figures in contemporary soccer through the language of visual storytelling, appealing to both sports fans and readers interested in graphic biographies.
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