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According to a report by Fabrizio Romano on Monday, November 2, 2026, Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has now reached 937 career goals, bringing him closer to the historic milestone of 1,000 goals in professional football.
The Inter Miami captain needs just 63 more goals to achieve the remarkable landmark, which would further strengthen his legacy as one of the greatest footballers in the history of the sport.
At 39 years old, Messi continues to attract attention with his performances and remarkable ability to influence games. Despite spending more than two decades at the highest level of football, the Argentine remains determined to add more achievements to his extraordinary career.
Messi's journey has been filled with unforgettable moments, particularly during his time at Barcelona, where he established himself as one of the most successful players in the club's history. He also represented Paris Saint-Germain before moving to Major League Soccer to continue his career with Inter Miami.
On the international stage, Messi achieved one of the biggest dreams of his career by leading Argentina to victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He has also won the Copa América and several other international honours with his national team.
Individually, the Argentine has collected eight Ballon d'Or awards, making him the most decorated winner in the history of the prestigious individual football award.
His incredible goal record reflects years of consistency, determination, creativity and outstanding finishing ability. From scoring spectacular free kicks to producing important goals in major competitions, Messi has consistently demonstrated his quality.
Reaching 1,000 career goals would represent another extraordinary chapter in his football journey. Although the milestone is not yet guaranteed, his current tally puts him within reach.
With 937 goals already recorded, Messi has 63 goals left to reach 1,000. Football fans will undoubtedly be following his progress as the Argentine superstar continues to chase another historic achievement.