Messi wins second consecutive MLS Golden Boot
Argentine footballer claims top scorer award for second year running in Major League Soccer.
At a glance
- Messi finished the 2026 MLS regular season with 26 goals
- This is his second consecutive Golden Boot award
- He plays for Miami in Major League Soccer
Lionel Messi has won the MLS Golden Boot for the second consecutive season, finishing the 2026 regular season as the league's leading scorer with 26 goals.
The Argentine player, who plays for Miami, has now secured back-to-back top scorer honours in Major League Soccer.
Why it matters
Messi's continued dominance in MLS underscores his impact on the league since joining Miami, maintaining elite scoring form.
Original reporting
- Times of OmanLionel Messi wins second consecutive MLS Golden Boot
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