Lionel Messi

Awards and Recognitions

Throughout his career, Messi has received numerous awards and recognitions for his outstanding performances.

First Ballon d'Or

2009

Messi won his first Ballon d'Or, marking the beginning of a series of accolades.

Four Consecutive Ballon d'Or Awards

2010-2013

Messi won the Ballon d'Or four times consecutively, a record at the time.

Fifth Ballon d'Or

2015

Messi won his fifth Ballon d'Or after leading Barcelona to a second treble.

Sixth Ballon d'Or

2019

Messi won a record sixth Ballon d'Or.

Seventh Ballon d'Or

2021

Messi won his seventh Ballon d'Or after his move to PSG.

Eighth Ballon d'Or and Time Athlete of the Year

30 October 2023

Messi won a record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or and was named Time Athlete of the Year.