All-Time Top Scorers
The UEFA Champions League has seen many legendary strikers. Cristiano Ronaldo leads the scoring charts with unmatched consistency and longevity, followed closely by Lionel Messi. Modern greats like Benzema and Lewandowski also dominate the list, proving their elite goal-scoring pedigree in Europe’s grandest stage.
| Player | Country | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Portugal | 140 |
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 129 |
| Robert Lewandowski | Poland | 91 |
| Karim Benzema | France | 90 |
| Raúl | Spain | 71 |
Top Assists
Playmakers are equally important in European football. Their vision, technique, and creativity decide crucial knockout games. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi lead the assists chart as well, highlighting their all-round contributions beyond just scoring.
| Player | Country | Assists |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Portugal | 42 |
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 40 |
| Ángel Di María | Argentina | 38 |
| Neymar | Brazil | 32 |
| Xavi | Spain | 30 |
Best Goalkeepers
Goalkeepers play a crucial role in the Champions League. Legendary keepers such as Iker Casillas and Manuel Neuer have shaped the modern era with heroic saves and leadership. Courtois’ spectacular 2022 final performance stands among the greatest individual UCL displays ever.
| Player | Country | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Iker Casillas | Spain | 3× UCL Winner |
| Manuel Neuer | Germany | 2× Winner |
| Thibaut Courtois | Belgium | 2022 Final MVP |
| Gianluigi Buffon | Italy | 1× Finalist |