When can we see Messi in action again in 2026
Lionel Messi’s return to competitive football in 2026 is imminent, with Inter Miami and Argentina offering multiple opportunities for fans to witness the Argentine legend in action. After an extraordinary 2025 season that cemented his legacy in Major League Soccer, Messi is set for an even more demanding year ahead.
Historic 2025 season behind him
Messi delivered a season for the ages in 2025, earning back-to-back Landon Donovan MVP awards, which is a feat accomplished in the MLS history for the first time. He claimed the Golden Boot with 29 league goals and added 19 assists, finishing with a staggering 48 goal contributions across the regular season. Most significantly, Messi led Inter Miami to their first-ever MLS Cup title, adding to his already unmatched record of 47 career trophies. During the postseason run, he recorded 15 goal contributions in playoff matches and earned MLS Cup MVP honors in the final victory over Vancouver Whitecaps.