What is la pulga?

La Pulga is a nickname for the Argentine professional footballer, Lionel Messi. The nickname translates to "The Flea" in English, which refers to his small size and quick movements on the pitch. Messi has become one of the greatest football players of all time, playing for FC Barcelona since he was 13 years old and winning numerous individual and team awards, including seven Ballon d'Or titles. In addition to his club success, Messi has also led the Argentine national team to several major tournaments, including the 2014 FIFA World Cup final. He is often compared to other football legends such as Pele and Diego Maradona.