Lionel Messi is widely considered the greatest soccer player of all time, and for good reason! His career has been packed with incredible wins, proving his unmatched skill, vision, and passing. He truly has won more than any other player in the sport.
Since he started playing professionally with FC Barcelona in 2004 as a 17-year-old, Messi has been a winning machine. He’s collected trophies at every club he’s played for – Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and now Inter Miami CF – and, of course, with his home country, Argentina.
How Many Trophies Has He Won?
In total, Lionel Messi has won an astonishing 46 trophies throughout his career, combining his club and international achievements. His most recent win was the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield with Inter Miami, where he helped them set a new record for points in the regular season.
While he won most of his trophies with FC Barcelona (35 trophies), his most special moment was undoubtedly leading Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup 2022. Argentina beat France in a thrilling penalty shootout, making it one of the most memorable World Cup finals ever.
Here’s a quick look at his trophy breakdown:
- FC Barcelona: 35 trophies, including 10 La Liga titles, 4 UEFA Champions League titles, and 3 FIFA Club World Cups. He played alongside stars like Neymar Jr., Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suárez during this dominant period.
- Paris Saint-Germain (PSG): 3 trophies, including two Ligue 1 titles (2022, 2023) and a Trophée des Champions (2022). He played with Kylian Mbappé and Neymar at PSG.
- Inter Miami CF: 2 trophies, including the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield and the 2023 Leagues Cup. He continues to shine in MLS, setting records and boosting the league’s popularity.
- Argentina National Team: 6 trophies, highlighted by the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He also has two Copa Américas, the 2022 Finalissima, a gold medal from the 2008 Olympics, and the 2005 U20 World Cup.
Overcoming Challenges and Setting Records
Messi’s career hasn’t been without its tough moments. He faced heartbreak, like losing the 2014 World Cup final to Germany and the 2016 Copa América final to Chile. After that 2016 loss, he even announced his retirement from international football, but thankfully, he returned to win the Copa América twice and, of course, the World Cup, cementing his status as the best.
Beyond team trophies, Messi also holds a massive collection of individual awards and records. He has a record eight Ballon d’Ors (awarded to the world’s best player) and is the all-time leading goal scorer for both FC Barcelona and Inter Miami. His career truly fills the record books!
