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2013 Messi Achievements
The year 2013 was another chapter in the elite career of Lionel Andrés Messi. Already recognised as one of football’s greatest players Messi continued to deliver high-level performances for FC Barcelona and the Argentina national football team.
In this article we examine his key achievements in 2013 the context behind them and their relevance for fans and collectors of his jerseys
Club Success at Barcelona
During the 2012-13 campaign, Messi once again demonstrated his scoring prowess. In La Liga he scored 46 goals in 32 appearances
Across all competitions for club and country he registered 60 goals and 17 assists in 50 matches according to performance data
Barcelona secured the La Liga title in 2012-13 under coach Tito Vilanova, with Messi playing a central role
The domination in domestic league brought consistency to the side’s performance and consolidated Messi’s status as their main attacking threat
Maintaining High Standards
While Barcelona did not replicate the treble of earlier years, the club’s domestic success and Messi’s individual output showed he remained at the highest level
He also continued to influence games in the UEFA Champions League and domestic cup competitions, furthering his legacy at club level
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International and Individual Recognition
In the 2013 Ballon d’Or voting Messi finished in second place behind Cristiano Ronaldo collecting 24.72% of votes compared to Ronaldo’s 27.99%. Although not victorious his placement affirmed his status among the world’s best players
Argentina National Team Role
Messi continued to serve Argentina at senior level contributing with goals and creating key plays in 2013 across World Cup qualifiers and friendly matches. His international importance remained significant despite not adding a major trophy that year
Key Achievements for 2013 at a Glance
| Achievement | Detail | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| 46 Goals in La Liga | 32 appearances for Barcelona in 2012-13 | Remarkable league scoring efficiency |
| 60 Goals in All Competitions | Approx. 50 matches, 17 assists | High-level global output |
| La Liga Title | 2012-13 Barcelona league champions | Club side maintained domestic success |
| Ballon d’Or Second Place | 24.72% of vote behind Ronaldo | Continued elite individual recognition |
Why 2013 Was Significant in Messi’s Career
The year 2013 holds importance because:
- Messi sustained extremely high levels of performance cementing his credibility as a consistent world-class player
- He continued his domination in domestic league play and scoring records despite increased competition and expectations
- From a jersey collector perspective the 2013 era represents a period of elite value kits from Barcelona and Argentina in 2013 carry the narrative of still-rising but already-top status
Conclusion
In summary, 2013 might not have included a personal Ballon d’Or win for Lionel Messi but it confirmed that his elite status was no flash in the pan. With exceptional goal scoring domestic success and international relevance the year stands out as one of sustained excellence. For fans of Barcelona or Argentina and for collectors of his jerseys, understanding the context of 2013 adds depth and meaning to the shirt and the story behind it