Did Messi win one World Cup?

Lionel Messi and the Ultimate World Cup Glory

For years, the crowning achievement of international football seemed just out of reach for the legendary Argentine star. That all changed in Qatar when the then-35-year-old captain led his nation to immortality.

In a breathtaking final against France and Kylian Mbappé that will be remembered as one of the greatest matches in sporting history, Argentina ultimately prevailed in a dramatic penalty shootout. Lionel Messi finally captured the elusive World Cup trophy, cementing his legacy in the sport.

With this historic victory, Messi also achieved another unprecedented milestone by becoming the first player in history to win two World Cup Golden Ball awards, adding the perfect capstone to an already peerless career.