Despite the setbacks, Messi has produced a remarkable 17g/15a in just 18 appearances this season, firmly establishing himself in the Landon Donovan MLS MVP conversation. And with a superstar-studded supporting lineup including fellow FC Barcelona legends Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, as well as 22 Under 22 presented by BODYARMOR winner Diego Gómez, by his side, the Herons are odds-on favorites entering the playoffs.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner and 2022 FIFA World Cup champion wants nothing more than to add an MLS Cup title to his unmatchable resumé.
“I was able to fulfill every player’s dream, which is to win a World Cup. I think it’s the trophy we all want when we start,” Messi said. “I had the fortune of winning many titles at the club of my life, which is Barcelona. I won titles at Paris [PSG] and I’ve come here and won titles, so I can’t ask for more.
“But well, we’re close to winning more. So the objective, as always, is to go for it and fight to keep winning many more things.”
