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Lionel Messi reached billionaire status on May 24, 2026, marking a major financial milestone in his football career. He became only the second footballer ever to achieve this status after Cristiano Ronaldo. His total career earnings exceed $700 million from salaries and bonuses accumulated since 2007, and his net worth has been verified by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Messi also continues to be a global football icon, currently captaining Inter Miami in Major League Soccer. His influence extends beyond football, with honours such as a street renamed in his name and record achievements including multiple Ballon d’Or awards and a FIFA World Cup victory with Argentina in 2022.