- Lionel Messi adds 44th title to his collection with Inter Miami CF’s Leagues Cup win.
- Messi surpasses former teammate Dani Alves in total titles after his World Cup victory.
- Inter Miami progresses to 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 due to Leagues Cup triumph.
Renowned football icon Lionel Messi has expanded his collection of titles to 44 for both his club and his country following Inter Miami CF’s triumph in the 2023 Leagues Cup. This accomplishment comes eight months after he led Argentina to victory at the FIFA World Cup, allowing him to surpass his former FC Barcelona teammate Dani Alves (43) in total titles.
The monumental achievement occurred after a 1-1 draw against Nashville SC, culminating in a 10-9 victory in the penalty shootout. Messi’s impact has been nothing short of remarkable since he joined the Herons in mid-July, and he secured the Golden Boot with his tenth goal at GEODIS Park.
👏 Felicidades capitán 👏
First trophy with the Club ✅
44th career trophy ✅
Most trophies won in fútbol history ✅ pic.twitter.com/CO6u9peHxA— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 20, 2023
Lionel Messi’s legacy in football already holds the record for the most awards in the sport’s history, and his success continues to grow with each new achievement.
As Inter Miami advances to the 2023 US Open Cup semifinals, they are determined to climb the Eastern Conference standings and secure a spot in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.
Inter Miami’s victory in the Leagues Cup has also earned them a place in the Round of 16 for the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup, further solidifying their position as a formidable team on the global stage.