Messi wins 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in recognition of his legendary football career. The award honors his contributions to the sport and his long-standing history with FC Barcelona.
Why it matters
This award is a prestigious international recognition of Messi's impact on global sports culture and his legacy as one of the greatest athletes in history.
Messi wins 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports Barça legend receives honour in recognition of his outstanding career. www.fcbarcelona.com First Team Published date 12 hrs ago Share article label.aria.viber Viber label.aria.whatsapp WhatsApp label.aria.twitter Twitter label.aria.facebook Facebook label.aria.messenger Messenger label.aria.link label.aria.tick Copy link Another award for Leo Messi. The Argentine superstar, one of the most iconic players in FC Barcelona history, has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports . The jury announced the decision on Wednesday 3 June, adding yet another accolade to the remarkable collection of a truly legendary player.
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