Watch: How Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday – gym workouts, records and no signs of slowing down

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Argentinian Lionel Messi at training. (AP photo) Argentina’s World Cup-winning icon Lionel Messi showed once again that age is just a number as he celebrated his 39th birthday not with a lavish party but with an intense workout in the gym.Messi turned 39 on Wednesday and entered a new chapter in his storied career, still operating at the highest level of world football. Instead of taking the day off, the Argentinian superstar shared a video on Instagram showing her undergoing a full intensity training routine focusing on upper body strength and conditioning work.The video quickly went viral among fans and highlights Messi’s unrivaled discipline and commitment as he continues to rewrite records at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

‘No off days’: Messi’s video sets the tone

Messi posted a video from the gym on his official Instagram account where he can be seen pushing through an intense fitness workout. The clip featured weight training and core strengthening, reflecting his continued focus on maintaining peak performance.Even on his birthday, the striker gave fans a glimpse into his mindset – one based more on discipline than celebration.WATCH:Messi-led Argentina have already advanced to the round of 32 at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the final group stage match against Jordan scheduled in Texas on June 28.Messi was in sensational form throughout the tournament. He scored a brace against Austria to become the tournament’s all-time top goalscorer, taking his total to 18 goals in World Cup history. He previously scored his first hat-trick of the campaign against Algeria and has been involved in all five of Argentina’s goals so far.

Legacy still growing at 39

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) congratulated its captain on his birthday and recognized his lasting influence on the world stage. Born on June 24, 1987 in Rosario, Messi remains the centerpiece of Argentina’s golden era, which includes Copa America 2021, World Cup 2022 and Copa America 2024 triumphs.At club level, Messi’s journey has been equally extraordinary, spanning Barcelona, ​​Paris Saint-Germain and currently Inter Miami, where he continues to influence global football.With 39 trophies at Barcelona alone and a career full of silverware and records, Messi’s longevity remains unsurpassed.