Neymar

Full Name: Neymar [Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior]
Nationality: Brazilian

Profession: Footballer
Why Famous: Forward/winger for FC Barcelona. Known for his acceleration, dribbling skills, finishing and ability with both feet. 

His playing style has earned him critical acclaim, with fans, media and former players drawing comparison to former Brazil forward Pelé.

Born: 5th February, 1992 (23 years old)
Star Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, Brazil

Historical Events in the Life of Neymar

2009-03-07 - Despite only being 17 years old, Brazilian soccer star Neymar makes his professional debut for Real Madrid

 

Lionel Messi

 

 

Full Name: Lionel Messi
Nationality: Argentine

Profession: Football Star
Why Famous: Commonly ranked as the best player in the world and rated by some in the sport as the greatest of all time. 

He holds numerous records, and currently plays for FC Barcelona. In 2014, he led Argentina to the FIFA World Cup finals.

Born: 24th June, 1987 (27 years old)
Star Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Historical Events in the Life of Lionel Messi

2003-11-16 - Lionel Messi makes his official debut for FC Barcelona
2011-01-10 - Lionel Messi wins the inaugural FIFA Ballon d'Or, for being the best football player in 2010
2012-01-09 - Lionel Messi wins the FIFA Ballon d'Or for the second consecutive year
2012-05-02 - Barcelona football player Lionel Messi breaks the European goal-scoring record with 68 goals 
2013-01-07 - Lionel Messi wins the FIFA Ballon d'Or for the third consecutive year
2013-02-16 - Lionel Messi scores his 14th consecutive goal in La Liga and his 300th goal in 365 appearances for Barcelona
2014-07-13 - 2014 FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi (golden ball), James Rodriguez (golden boot); Manuel Neuer (Golden gloves) win
2014-11-22 - Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona sets a new goal scoring record in La Liga of 253 goals
2014-11-25 - Lionel Messi becomes the UEFA Champions League all-time top scorer