Lionel Messi, the star forward for MLS side Inter Miami and Argentina's men's national team, was among the 19 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Sunday — which is ridiculous.

After a season where Lionel Messi collected a Supporters' Shield, set the record for most points in a season with Inter Miami and also won the MLS MVP award, his list of accolades is about to grow. President Joe Biden will be awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Lionel Messi along with 18 others,

Basketball Hall of Fame member Magic Johnson and soccer great Lionel Messi are among 19 people who will be honored Saturday at the White House with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.