Messi's Magic: How Lionel Messi Became the G.O.A.T.

About this book

Discover how footballer Lionel Messi defied the odds and became the G.O.A.T. in this inspiring story teeming with excitement, emotion, and Messi facts galore! **A Junior Library Guild Selection** A 2026 Children's Book Council Kids' Favorites Award Winner ★ "At a time when Messi biographies are in abundance, this one stands out"–School Library Journal, starred review "A fitting tribute to a stellar role model."–Booklist How did a small, shy, soccer-obsessed child with a serious medical condition become a goal-scoring, record-breaking, once-in-a-generation sensation? For everyone who loves soccer, dreams big, and is inspired by heroes who triumph against the odds, Messi’s Magic delivers a thrilling, deeply emotional story. Filled with action-packed pictures and never-before-seen detail, it spotlights Lionel "Leo" Messi’s early years and shows how, even when facing loss, loneliness, and setbacks, he never gave up on his goal. Leo’s resilience and big-heartedness on the journey to become the G.O.A.T. are as inspiring as his dazzling style of play. This humble hero has ignited passion in millions and sparked the movement: Messi Mania! Enriched with statistics, career highlights, a timeline, and fun facts, Messi’s Magic is a gift to soccer fans of all ages.

Details

Format

Hardcover

ISBN-13

9781546147534

Publisher

Scholastic Press

Published

September 2, 2025

Pages

48

Weight

17.8 oz

Subject

Juvenile Fiction