Messi makes the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist as Chicago test nears
Lionel Messi is on the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist, with Inter Miami’s next match away to Chicago Fire on Thursday morning in Asia/Shanghai.
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi has been named to the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The nomination is the 17th of Messi's career, and he is the only active MLS player on the list. 12
Why it matters
The nomination follows Messi's 2025 MLS Cup season with Inter Miami and Argentina's run to the 2026 World Cup final. Messi won the 2025 MLS Golden Boot and his second straight Landon Donovan MLS MVP award. The ceremony is scheduled for Oct. 26 in London. 1
Next checkpoint: Chicago
Inter Miami's next scheduled match is away to Chicago Fire at Soldier Field on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 8:30 a.m. Asia/Shanghai, with Apple TV listed as the broadcaster. 3
Fuentes de referencia
- 1Leo Messi Nominated for 2026 Ballon d'Or
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- 2Lionel Messi nominated for Ballon d'Or 2026 award
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- 3Inter Miami CF schedule
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