Lionel Messi has added another remarkable achievement to his legendary career after becoming the first player in Major League Soccer history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons.
The Inter Miami captain secured the 2026 award after finishing the regular season with 26 goals, once again proving that age has done little to slow down his remarkable attacking influence.
Messi finished ahead of FC Dallas forward Petar Musa, who scored 22 goals, and Nashville SC striker Sam Surridge, who ended the campaign with 21.
Interestingly, Messi did not need to score in Inter Miami’s final regular-season match against Charlotte to make history. The Argentine superstar provided assists for the club’s opening two goals from corner kicks in a dramatic 3-3 draw.
Inter Miami finished second in the Eastern Conference and will now turn their attention to the MLS playoffs, where they are expected to face Columbus in their opening tie.
The award is another reminder of Messi’s extraordinary consistency. After winning the Golden Boot in 2025, he has now become the first player in MLS to claim the honour in back-to-back seasons.
At this stage of his career, Messi continues to rewrite records and give football fans more reasons to appreciate his brilliance.
