Lionel Messi Receives 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Spain

Lionel Messi traveled to Spain in October 2026 to receive the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, becoming the first soccer player to win it, and reflected on his Barcelona career while Inter Miami expected his return for its next MLS match.

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Oct 23, 11:44 PM	aljazeera.com	Lionel Messi receives top Spanish award in recognition of social work
Oct 23, 3:35 PM	sports.yahoo.com	"An Unbreakable Bond!" Barcelona's emotional tribute to Lionel Messi after historic Princess of Asturias Award win
Oct 23, 11:53 AM	sports.yahoo.com	Messi receives top Spanish award from heir to throne
Oct 23, 9:05 AM	sports.yahoo.com	Barcelona midfielder calls for a farewell match for Lionel Messi – “Best player of all time”
Oct 22, 10:27 PM	euronews.com	Messi sparks euphoria in Oviedo before Princesa de Asturias award
Oct 22, 10:06 AM	sports.yahoo.com	Lionel Messi reflects on Barcelona career upon return to Spain for awards ceremony
Oct 22, 8:32 AM	sports.yahoo.com	Lionel Messi reflects on his love for Barcelona after returning to Spain for Princess of Asturias honor
Oct 18, 9:30 PM	sports.yahoo.com	Messi Heads to Spain for Asturias Award, Eyes Miami Return
Oct 16, 9:30 PM	sports.yahoo.com	Inter Miami Coach Confirms Lionel Messi Traveling for Family, Cutting It Close for MLS Game