Lionel Messi may tearing upward for Barcelona but they have never forgotten his origins. The Argentine, 29, has become a lifelong supporter of Newell’s Old Boys, joining all of them when he was six years of age. He went on to play to them for six years, rating nearly 500 goals like a member of ‘The Machine associated with ’87’, the near-unbeatable youngsters side named for the yr of their birth.

Many believe that when Messi was to return to Spain, the only club he would perform for would be Newell’s Aged Boys. So what would happen in case that came to pass?

Well, it is not the best start : with the Argentine only coming up 11 goals in his very first season. He also manages to lose agility points in the process ~ as father time starts to slow him down. Newell’s Old Boys finish eleventh in the table, well driving Racing Club who best the table with 69 points. But all wish is not lost, with Messi faring fut 18 coins much better in his 2nd season. The Argentine netting 16 goals and 9 assists - picking up an elegant 7. 40 average ranking.