After guiding them to the Leagues Cup in 2023 and the Supporters’ Shield in 2024, Messi finally delivered the ultimate prize on December 6, 2025, contributing two assists as Javier Mascherano’s side defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 in the MLS Cup —clinching the club’s first-ever league title.

Messi becomes the sixth player in MLS history to win MVP and a championship in the same season. Of the previous five, only Atlanta United ’s Josef Martinez in 2018 won MVP, a title and the Golden Boot as the league’s scoring champion all in the same year, another hat trick of sorts that Messi achieved in 2025.

Lionel Messi isn't saying if he plans to play in the 2026 World Cup. The 38-year-old star led Argentina to the top of the standings of South America’s World Cup qualifiers, but he hasn't confirmed if he'll help his country defend its 2022 title. The World Cup draw is on Friday.

Aided by Messi's star-power, Argentina has hoisted nearly every major international trophy since its supernova's debut. Messi anchored the country's wins in the 2021 and 2024 Copa America tournaments, as well as the 2022 World Cup. He also claimed gold as a member of the country's U23 Olympic side in 2008, scoring two goals in six games.

Lionel Messi's Kolkata tour ended in absolute chaos and disruption, prompting the Argentina footballer to leave the Salt Lake Stadium in just 20 minutes. Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch after Messi abruptly left the arena.

Barcelona sporting director Deco has addressed transfer speculation linking club legend Lionel Messi with a return to the Catalan club.

Javier Mascherano called Messi's pressing ability 'crazy' given he is now 38 years old. So is he putting in more work off the ball?

The eagerly anticipated visit of Lionel Messi to Kolkata turned into chaos, as excited fans were left disappointed by his brief appearance. Many fans rushed onto the pitch, leading to the arrest of the event organiser.

Satadru Dutta, the main organiser and promoter of Lionel Messi's 'G.O.A.T. Tour of India', was arrested after the Argentina football legend's visit to Kolkata ended in shambles.

Messi Fragrance is going masstige. The men’s fragrance brand — founded by Lionel Messi — has officially partnered with Walmart to launch a trio of body sprays and eau de toilettes in Red, Black and Silver scent profiles.

Lionel Messi’s arrival in Kolkata triggered scenes rarely seen in the city. Under tight security, the football icon was escorted to his hotel, where he checked into Room No. 730 with an entire floor sealed off.