Barcelona Icon Lionel Messi Wins Prestigious ‘King Of Football’ Award
Lionel Messi has been awarded the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, earning him the title of 'King of Football.' This recognition adds to his impressive collection of 47 trophies, including eight Ballon d'Or awards. Despite nearing 39 years of age, Messi is expected to continue playing, having signed a contract extension with Inter Miami until 2028.
- ▪Lionel Messi has received the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, solidifying his status as the best footballer of all time.
- ▪He has won a total of 47 trophies throughout his career, including eight Ballon d'Or awards.
- ▪Messi is expected to continue playing professionally after signing a contract extension with Inter Miami through 2028.
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BusinessSportsMoneyBarcelona Icon Lionel Messi Wins Prestigious ‘King Of Football’ AwardByTom Sanderson,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Sanderson has been primarily based in Barcelona since 2019.Follow AuthorJun 03, 2026, 07:05am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Lionel Messi had been dubbed the 'King of Football' and the best player in history after clinching the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.AFP via Getty ImagesFC Barcelona icon Lionel Messi has been dubbed the “King of Football” and the “best footballer of all time” after receiving the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.Catalan newspaper SPORT lavished those titles on the…
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