Messi Makes History as First Footballer Solo Asturias Winner
Princess Leonor presented the prize to the 39-year-old Inter Miami forward during a ceremony at the Campoamor Theatre. King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were in attendance.
The award, announced on June 3, honors Messi’s exceptional sporting career, his charitable work and values including humility, teamwork and fair play. The jury also singled out his efforts to widen access to education and healthcare for disadvantaged children, along with his commitment to collective success.
Messi joins a short list of football honorees. His former Barcelona teammate Xavi Hernandez and goalkeeper Iker Casillas shared the distinction in 2012, while Brazil’s national team received the prize in 2002 after capturing its fifth World Cup title.
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