Lionel Messi won 5 Man of the Match awards at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He was named Player of the Match in five of Argentina’s seven games, including all four knockout matches.

Quick Scoop

  • Total in 2022: 5
  • Final against France: yes , he won it there too
  • Overall World Cup finals total across his career: 11

TL;DR: Messi had a huge 2022 tournament and picked up Man of the Match five times.