The 39-year-old scored with a header as Inter Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 in the match between the Liga MX and MLS champions, according to a report released on Thursday. The triumph set a new personal record for the Argentine and added another trophy to Messi’s collection at Inter Miami. The Ballon d’Or organisers claim that Messi has now scored 36 goals in finals, more than any other player in football history.

Over his career, the Argentine has participated in 53 finals, scoring 36 goals and dishing out 18 assists. He now has 100 goals for Inter Miami since joining the Major League Soccer team in 2023 thanks to his goal against Cruz Azul.

Messi has made 115 appearances with Inter Miami, contributing 157 direct goals with 100 goals and 57 assists.

According to the Ballon d’Or website, Messi’s entrance has coincided with Inter Miami’s success, as the team has won four trophies since he moved to the US. Messi has won 48 trophies in his tenure with the team, including the 2023 Leagues Cup, 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield, 2025 MLS Cup, and 2026 Campeones Cup.

Brazilian defenders Marquinhos and Dani Alves, who have each won 43 titles, are next on the all-time list. Messi, who is 39 years old, is still one of the nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after another season in which he increased his personal records and trophy collection.