Lionel Messi leads MLS MVP race heading into Decision Day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 4:54 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
As the MLS season approaches Decision Day, Lionel Messi is strongly positioned to win his third consecutive Landon Donovan MVP award. Messi leads the league with 26 goals and 16 assists, far ahead of his competitors. Among those in contention are Petar Musa of FC Dallas and Hany Mukhtar of Nashville SC, both having impressive seasons. Other notable players include Carles Gil of New England Revolution and Evander from FC Cincinnati. The announcement for this year's MVP is expected soon as the season concludes.
- •Lionel Messi has 26 goals and 16 assists this season.
- •Petar Musa and Hany Mukhtar are also strong MVP candidates.
- •Decision Day is approaching, influencing final MVP standings.
- •Messi could become the first three-time MLS MVP winner.
- 4:54 PMYahoo Sports — MVP Power Rankings: Leo Messi cements three-peat case
"By Sacha KljestanAnother MLS season is nearly in the books, and I'm ready to release my final Landon Donovan MLS MVP Power Rankings heading into Decision Day.Many seasons, you can make a case for up t...
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