Junior Messias
Genoa/F/
BrazilPlayer Info
Junior Messias is a Brazilian winger whose remarkable career path from amateur football to Italy's Serie A with Genoa is an inspiring story of perseverance. Now 34, the right-sided attacker has become a symbol of never giving up on one's dreams. Born on May 13, 1991, Messias was playing in Italy's amateur lower leagues while working as a delivery driver before his talent was finally discovered. His breakthrough came with Crotone, and his performances earned him a move to AC Milan, where he famously scored a crucial UEFA Champions League winner against Atlético Madrid. Now at Genoa, his experience, technical skill, and knack for important goals remain valuable. Standing 174 cm tall, he is a tricky and intelligent player with a powerful left foot. His journey from obscurity to the top flight is a testament to his incredible determination and skill.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/01/12
AC Milan
Genoa1500000€
Transfer
2024/01/11
GenoaAC MilanLoan Ended
2023/08/10
AC MilanGenoa1500000€
Loan
2022/07/06
CrotoneAC Milan6200000€
Transfer
2022/06/29
AC MilanCrotoneLoan Ended
2021/08/30
CrotoneAC Milan2000000€
Loan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Genoa
ITA Serie A2026-2027
Matches
Games Played
6
Games Started
2
Minutes Per Game
267
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
12
Accurate Passes Per Game
53
Key Passes Per Game
4
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
8
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
11
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
17
Interceptions Per Game
3
Clearances Per Game
4
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
2
Be Fouled Per Game
10