Elmira, NY, November 9, 2026 — Lionel Messi has been awarded the MLS Golden Boot for the second consecutive season, recognizing his status as the league’s top goal scorer. The Argentine superstar finished the season with 26 goals.

The MLS Golden Boot is presented annually to the player who scores the most goals in Major League Soccer regular season play. Messi’s achievement marks a significant milestone, indicating his continued impact and scoring prowess in the league since joining.

This marks the second time in as many seasons that Messi has claimed the prestigious award. His consistent performance highlights his role as a pivotal offensive force for his team. The award specifically recognizes performance during the regular season, separating it from playoff or other tournament statistics.

Details regarding the specific matches or circumstances surrounding the scoring of these 26 goals were not provided in the summary. Information about the team Messi plays for, which specific club holds the record for most goals, or the total number of games played in the season is also not available from the provided summary. Furthermore, the summary does not specify the runner-up or the goal differential between Messi and other top scorers in the league.

The MLS Golden Boot is a widely recognized individual honor within the league, celebrating offensive excellence. Messi’s back-to-back victories underscore his dominance in scoring throughout his tenure in Major League Soccer.


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