Lionel Messi has tasted all possible career titles. He has taken himself to unique heights with one success after another. Even in the twilight of his career, Messi's magic does not stop. The Argentinian superstar's bag of achievements seems to be getting richer day by day. In recognition of winning the highest trophy in football history, he won the 'Marca America Award'.

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Messi also spoke about retirement while accepting the award at Inter Miami's Chase Stadium last night (Thursday). Of course, after winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the topic of Messi's retirement is coming back. Although he has not said anything clear about playing in the next World Cup, the Argentine star has always hinted that he wants to continue playing as long as he enjoys it. He chanted the mantra of enjoyment again.

Last Tuesday, in the World Cup qualifying match against Bolivia, Messi once again made himself relevant in the next World Cup. The 37-year-old Messi contributed to 5 of Argentina's 6 goals against Bolivia at the Estadio Mas Monumental in his return from injury. He also completed a hat trick.

Then he said frankly, 'I just want to enjoy for Argentina. The love that people give me after coming here to play motivates me a lot. I want to enjoy every moment, because I know this could be my last match.'

Messi does not want to decide in advance whether he will play or not in the 2026 World Cup. "Let's see what happens," he said at the marker award ceremony. I don't want to go too far right now. Try to enjoy every day.

He added, 'Hopefully I can continue to play at this level, feel good and be happy. I feel better when I get the chance to do what I love. This is more important to me than playing in the 2026 World Cup. I haven't set my sights on playing in the World Cup yet, but I'm trying to get better every day.'

Despite his age, Messi is still looking forward to winning the title, 'I am still hungry for the title, even though I am getting older, the family is growing. I feel their support, so I am unstoppable. I love football and it has given me everything.

A few days ago, Messi won the Supporters' Shield at Inter Miami. It was Messi's second Major Soccer League (MLS) title for Miami. He won the Leagues Cup before that. In all, Messi has won 46 club titles in his long career. No one else in the history of football has won so many titles.

Messi is far ahead not only in team titles, but also in individual achievements. He has 56 individual awards including 8 Ballon d'Or, 2 FIFA World Cup Golden Balls, 6 European Golden Boots. He won 102 titles in total. In recognition of such achievements, the Spanish news media 'Marca' awarded him a special award.