Overview
- MLS announced Messi received 70.43% of combined ballots from journalists, players and club coaching staff.
- Anders Dreyer placed second with 11.15% and Denis Bouanga third with 7.27%, with Evander and Sam Surridge also named among finalists.
- Messi led the 2025 regular season with 29 goals and 19 assists, securing the Golden Boot.
- Inter Miami captured the MLS Cup with a 3–1 win over Vancouver, where Messi was involved in all three goals.
- Messi accepted the MVP trophy at Chase Stadium during the launch of the youth Messi Cup, following his contract extension through 2028.