The rivalry between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid remains one of the most iconic and highly anticipated matchups in global sports. During the golden era featuring Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, El Clásico reached unprecedented levels of global interest. Now, with both superstars no longer at their respective clubs—especially Messi’s departure from Barcelona—fans and analysts alike have begun to ask an important question: how many titles has Barcelona won since Messi left?
Lionel Messi, now starring for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, first made the high-profile move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2021. He joined forces with Neymar Jr. and Kylian Mbappé, forming a formidable attacking trio in France. However, despite sky-high expectations, the trio struggled to deliver the Champions League success many had predicted.
Individually, Messi continued to cement his legacy during his time in Paris. In 2022, he led Argentina to a World Cup title, defeating France in a dramatic final, and earlier claimed the Copa América in 2021. These international achievements further solidified Messi’s status as one of the greatest players in football history, proving that he could achieve glory beyond his legendary run at Barcelona.
Barcelona’s post-Messi trophies
Despite the enormous void left by Messi’s departure, Barcelona managed to regain their footing under the leadership of club legend Xavi Hernández, who took over as head coach. In the 2022–23 season, Barcelona captured the La Liga title, led by the arrival of Robert Lewandowski, who instantly became the team’s primary goal-scoring force and a vital leader in the locker room.
Lionel Messi looks on during the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid on May 08, 2021.
That league title was Barcelona’s first major domestic honor in the post-Messi era, a crucial milestone that helped stabilize the club after a tumultuous transition. Lewandowski’s presence, coupled with emerging young talents, allowed Barcelona to compete at the highest level once again in Spain.
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Barcelona also added another trophy to their cabinet by winning the 2023 Spanish Super Cup. In a decisive final, they defeated Real Madrid 3–1, giving fans a taste of the Blaugrana’s resurgence and marking their first Super Cup triumph since 2018. That victory symbolized a shift in momentum, as Xavi’s Barcelona began carving a new identity without their longtime talisman.
Latest success: Supercopa 2025
Their most recent success came in the 2024–25 season, once again claiming the Spanish Super Cup. This time, Barcelona delivered a statement performance, overwhelming Real Madrid’s new star-studded lineup—featuring Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Jude Bellingham—with a dominant 5–2 victory. Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha (who scored twice), and Alejandro Balde all found the back of the net, signaling a promising new era for the Catalan club.
With trophies already secured and new stars emerging, FC Barcelona continues to chase greatness without Messi, proving that while one chapter ended, the ambition for glory remains alive at Camp Nou.
