India, July 16 -- Lionel Messi has spent nearly two decades breaking records on the pitch, but his success has also translated into one of the biggest fortunes in sports.

David Beckham, meanwhile, has built a reputation as one of football's most successful entrepreneurs after retiring from the game.

While Beckham's combined family wealth with Victoria Beckham may surpass Messi's fortune, Messi currently holds the edge when comparing individual net worth.

According to Forbes billionaire report, Messi's estimated net worth reached $1.1 billion in 2026, making him one of the few athletes to enter the billionaire club during his lifetime. Forbes also reports on Messi's profile page that he has earned an estimated $1.8 billion on and off th...