Lionel Messi and Inter Miami
8 November 2026
Lionel Messi has become the first player in Major League Soccer history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons. The 39-year-old finished the 2026 regular season with 26 goals in 31 appearances.
Messi finished four goals ahead of FC Dallas striker Petar Musa and five ahead of Nashville’s Sam Surridge. He also recorded 17 assists, giving him a league-leading 43 goal contributions. Having won the award in 2025, Messi becomes only the sixth player to claim the MLS Golden Boot twice. He remains a contender for a third consecutive league MVP award.
Why It Matters
Messi establishes another MLS record and remains the league's leading attacking contributor at 39.