Barcelona and Inter Miami have congratulated Lionel Messi after the Argentine football star received the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.
Messi received the award at a ceremony at the Campoamor Theatre in Oviedo, Spain, on Friday, October 23.
He became the first footballer to win the honour individually.
In a post via its X handle on Friday, Barcelona praised their former captain for his exceptional talent and lasting impact on and off the pitch.
The Spanish club described the award as recognition of Messi’s talent, commitment to sport and charitable work, noting that his successful career had left a lasting mark on the club’s history.
“Congratulations Leo Messi for the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.
”Richly deserved recognition for your outstanding talent, which has left a lasting impact both on and off the pitch, making you a benchmark in world football due to your excellence, commitment
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