Lionel Messi, the wizard of Argentine soccer, continues to write his tale of success with yet another title added to his impressive resume. Last Saturday, Messi helped his team, Inter Miami, clinch the Leagues Cup, marking the 44th title of his career filled with spectacular achievements.
While the Leagues Cup victory might not shine as brightly as his triumphs with the Argentine national team or his glorious days at Barcelona, the trophy holds a special significance. In just one month, Messi transformed Inter Miami, one of the weakest teams in the MLS, into a champion, starting a captivating love story with American soccer.
The 44 titles Messi has amassed throughout his career are an impressive and comprehensive collection, highlighting his unparalleled ability to win at every level of soccer. Let’s take a look at this incredible list:
Argentine national team (5): 2022 FIFA World Cup: Messi’s crowning achievement with the national team, ending a long wait for a World Cup title. Copa America 2022: A triumph that proves his ability to lead Argentina at the highest level. 2021 Copa America: A milestone in his international career, with Messi finally lifting a trophy with his national team. 2008 Beijing Olympics (gold medal): A display of his brilliance even in his youth. 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup in the Netherlands: The beginning of a brilliant career.
Inter Miami (1): 2023 Leagues Cup: The consolidation of his impact in the MLS.
Paris Saint-Germain (3): Ligue 1 (2022-2023; 2021-2022): His arrival at PSG brought immediate success. Trophée des Champions (2022-2023): Another trophy added to his collection.
Barcelona (35): UEFA Champions League (4): The pinnacle of his career, with memorable victories. FIFA Club World Cup (3): Demonstrating his quality on a global stage. UEFA Super Cups (3): Asserting his European supremacy. La Liga (10): Absolute dominance in the Spanish league. Copa del Rey (7): Shining in cup competitions. Supercopa de España (8): Cementing domestic dominance.
This list illustrates the versatility and longevity of Messi’s career, from his early days shining in the U-20 national team to his reign with Barcelona and now his promising adventure in the MLS. His success is an inspiration to soccer lovers worldwide and cements his place as one of the greatest players of all time.