Lionel Messi Leads List of Players Who Have Claimed Both World Cup and MLS Cup Titles
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Lionel Messi Leads List of Players Who Have Claimed Both World Cup and MLS Cup Titles

Lionel Messi adds another achievement to his distinguished career by securing an MLS Cup title, joining an exclusive list of players who have triumphed in both the FIFA World Cup and MLS Cup.

Lionel Messi has achieved yet another remarkable milestone by adding an MLS Cup to his collection of trophies. This accomplishment came after Inter Miami CF triumphed over the Vancouver Whitecaps with a 3-1 victory in the MLS Cup final on Saturday. With this win, Messi becomes one of the rare players to have secured both the FIFA World Cup and MLS Cup title.

Players Who Have Achieved Both the FIFA World Cup and MLS Cup Titles

  1. Lionel Messi
    After enduring many years without a title in the MLS, Messi finally lifted the trophy with Inter Miami. Prior to this, he experienced heartbreak in the World Cup, notably in 2014 when Argentina fell to Germany. He redeemed himself remarkably with a World Cup victory in 2022, scoring twice in the final.

  2. Sergio Busquets
    Photo: Sergio Busquets
    Achieved: Won the World Cup with Spain in 2010 and the MLS Cup with Inter Miami in 2025. He announced he would retire after the championship festivities.

  3. Rodrigo De Paul
    Photo: Rodrigo De Paul
    Achieved: After joining Inter Miami, he was instrumental during his tenure with the Argentine national team in the 2022 World Cup. He scored a key goal in the MLS Cup final, ensuring his team’s victory.

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