Today, Inter Miami CF announced that Lionel Messi, the team’s captain, will be honored as the 2023 season’s Most Valuable Player.

The eight-time winner of the Ballon d’Or joined Inter Miami in the summer, and his presence was immediately felt. He was a major factor in the club winning the 2023 Leagues Cup for the first time in its history because to his contributions. The Argentine was also instrumental in leading his side to the inaugural DRV PNK Stadium Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final in 2023.

Messi also received individual recognition for his efforts, being named the Leagues Cup’s Best Player and Top Scorer after tallying 10 goals and 4 assists in seven games.

Messi ended the first half of the season with 11 goals and eight assists in 14 games played across all competitions.