Lionel Messi becomes the most decorated player in football with 44 trophies after winning a title with Inter Miami

Lionel Messi, the captain of Inter Miami, won his first club championship on Saturday, becoming him the most decorated football player in history.

After a dramatic penalty shootout, Messi helped Inter Miami defeat Nashville in the Leagues Cup championship.

Messi won his 44th title overall and the first of his tenure with Inter Miami, earning him the most decorated player in football history.

The first-half goal by the forward, a former player for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, broke the scoreless tie.

Fafa Picault, who scored from close range in the second half to equalize Messi's goal, caused the game to conclude in a 1-1 tie.

Inter Miami ultimately prevailed 10-9 on penalties to win the Leagues Cup.