Lionel Messi wins the 2026 ESPY for Best Soccer Player ⚽️ Tune into The @ESPYS tonight at 8 PM ET on ABC & the ESPN Via @SportsCenter on X

What happened: Lionel Messi has been named winner of the 2026 ESPY for Best Soccer Player. The ESPYS air tonight at 8 PM ET on ABC and the ESPN App.

Why it matters: The award lands days before Messi's World Cup final matchup against Yamal, adding another accolade to his tournament run at age 39.

What to watch: Messi and Argentina face Yamal's side in the World Cup final.

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