The argentine superstar elevated major league soccer (mls) to new heights with his undiminished playing quality at 38, achieving a record-breaking season.
Major League Soccer announced record viewership for Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's MLS Cup victory last weekend, though some indicators suggest the actual numbers could be even higher.
Lionel Messi becomes the first player in MLS history to win the Player of the Season award for two consecutive years, capping off the 2025 season with numerous records and Inter Miami's inaugural MLS Cup championship.
At 38, Lionel Messi continues to shine, leading Inter Miami to the MLS championship and contributing to bringing soccer closer to becoming a beloved sport in the United States – a feat that "King of Football" Pele could not achieve half a century ago.
Lionel Messi scored 46 goals as Inter Miami secured their first MLS Cup, with his peak performance seen as the foundation for his sixth career World Cup bid.
Contributing to Inter Miami's MLS Cup eastern conference championship, 38-year-old forward Lionel Messi has become the player with the most assists in football history.
Forward Lionel Messi's crucial assist helped Inter Miami secure a dominant 5-1 victory over New York City in the Eastern Conference Final, marking the club's first-ever appearance in the MLS Cup final.
