Something big has quietly shifted at FC Barcelona. Alexia Putellas now holds the record for most trophies in the club’s history with 36, moving past Lionel Messi, who ended his time there with 35. At a club where Messi set the standard for greatness, that says a lot about what Putellas has achieved.
Putellas’ success hasn’t come overnight. She has been at the heart of Barcelona’s women’s team during its most dominant phase. As captain, she has helped the side win multiple league titles, domestic cups, and Champions League trophies. Alongside that, she has picked up major individual awards, including Ballon d’Or wins, which underlines how important she has been to the team’s rise. She plays in midfield, controls games, and often steps up in big moments, which is a big reason why Barcelona have been so consistent in recent years.
Messi’s numbers at FC Barcelona still feel unreal. He scored over 600 goals for the club, became their all-time top scorer, and led them through one of the most successful periods in football. His 35 trophies include several La Liga titles, Copa del Rey wins, and Champions League triumphs. He also collected multiple Ballon d’Or awards during that time, building a legacy that is hard to match in terms of impact and influence.
👑 Alexia Putellas has now won 36 trophies with FC Barcelona, surpassing Lionel Messi (35) as the club’s most decorated player. pic.twitter.com/MrzcDron0U
— Barça Femení (@BarcaFem) April 23, 2026
Two different journeys, same level of greatness at FC Barcelona
What makes this record interesting is how different their paths have been. Messi was the face of FC Barcelona’s golden era, delivering goals and moments that defined matches. Everything went through him, and he was usually the difference-maker.
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Putellas’ story is more about building something over time. She has been part of the growth of the women’s team from strong contenders to one of the best sides in the world. Her leadership and consistency have played a huge role in that shift, and the trophies are a reflection of it.
In the end, this isn’t really about comparing the two. They’ve played in different teams, different setups, and different moments in the club’s history. But both have left their mark in a massive way. Putellas going past Messi in total trophies is a historic moment, and it shows how FC Barcelona’s success now stretches across both the men’s and women’s sides.
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