Lionel Messi has made history once again after winning the 2026 MLS Golden Boot. The Inter Miami superstar becomes the first player ever to claim the award in two consecutive seasons.
OFFICIAL: Messi Makes MLS History With His Second Straight Golden Boot
Lionel Messi has officially made Major League Soccer history after winning his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot, becoming the first player ever to achieve this remarkable record.
The 39-year-old Argentine superstar finished the 2026 regular season as the league’s top scorer with 26 goals in 31 matches for Inter Miami.
MLS officially confirmed his historic achievement on November 7, adding another incredible milestone to Messi’s legendary career.
Messi becomes the first player in MLS history
Messi won his first MLS Golden Boot in 2025 after scoring an impressive 29 goals.
One year later, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has successfully defended his title with another outstanding season.
Messi is now the first player in MLS history to win the Golden Boot in back-to-back seasons.
He is also only the sixth player to win the award more than once.
His latest achievement confirms his incredible consistency, even at the age of 39.
Messi finishes ahead of his biggest rivals
The Inter Miami captain finished four goals ahead of FC Dallas striker Petar Musa, who scored 22 times.
Nashville SC forward Sam Surridge finished third with 21 goals.
But Messi’s influence went far beyond scoring.
The Argentine also provided 17 assists, bringing his total to an incredible 43 goal contributions in the 2026 MLS regular season.
Remarkably, 25 of his 26 goals came without penalties.
Across the 2025 and 2026 seasons, Messi scored a combined 55 league goals and provided 36 assists.
Another historic award could be coming
Messi’s incredible performances could bring him another major individual honour.
After winning the MLS MVP award in both 2024 and 2025, he now has a chance to become the first player to win the prize three times.
However, the 2026 MVP winner has not yet been announced.
Meanwhile, Inter Miami have finished second in the Eastern Conference and will face Columbus Crew in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
With another Golden Boot secured, Messi has once again proved that age is no barrier to making football history.
