Lionel Messi is the football legend from Argentina. He secured his second Copa America title by leading his team to a 1-0 victory over Colombia. This win marks his 45th trophy. He surpassed the previous record held by Dani Alves from Brazil.
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Messi’s journey from Rosario to becoming the most decorated player in football history is truly remarkable. He has achieved four major titles with Argentina in just three years. It includes a World Cup, two Copa Americas, and a Finalissima from 2021 to 2024. Additionally, Messi has experienced tremendous success with Barcelona, winning four Champions League titles and ten La Liga championships. On an individual level, he has been honored with eight Ballon d’Ors and six European Golden Boots. Messi’s impact on the sport, with 1,212 goals and assists in 1,068 games, is unparalleled.
The man, the myth, the Messi
Messi has won a total of 45 titles, with 39 of them being at the club level. Most of these wins came during his 17 years at Barcelona. He has 12 league titles, 10 with Barcelona and 2 with PSG, 4 UEFA Champions Leagues, all with Barcelona, and 17 domestic cups, 15 with Barcelona, 1 with PSG, and 1 with Inter Miami. He has also won the UEFA Super Cup 3 times and the FIFA Club World Cup 3 times. With Argentina, Messi has won the 2005 U-17 World Cup, the 2008 Olympic Games, the 2021 Copa America, the 2022 Finalissima, and the 2022 World Cup, where Argentina defeated France in the final.
