Lionel Messi claims MLS Golden Boot again, first to do so
Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 MLS Golden Boot with 26 goals.
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What happened
Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 MLS Golden Boot with 26 goals. He became the first player in league history to win the award in consecutive seasons.
Why it matters
The award gives Messi a further lead over his rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the number of Golden Boots they have each won.
Timeline
- Nov 9, 12:21 PM ET: Messi was awarded the 2026 MLS Golden Boot, the first player in league history to win it in consecutive seasons.
- Nov 10, 3:46 PM ET: The second straight Golden Boot pushed Messi further ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo in their count of Golden Boots.
Coverage
- Lionel Messi extends his Golden Boot lead over Cristiano Ronaldo with a second MLS title (worldsoccertalk.com)
- Lionel Messi Becomes 1st Player To Win MLS Golden Boot In Consecutive Seasons (foxsports.com)
- Lionel Messi wins MLS Golden Boot for second straight season (AP)
- Lionel Messi wins the MLS Golden Boot for a second straight season (AP)
- Messi Makes MLS History With Back-to-Back Golden Boot Wins (Yahoo Sports)
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