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Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 Match Preview, Head-to-head, Possible Lineups and Fantasy XI Prediction

Read the full match preview, head-to-head stats, possible starting lineups, and Fantasy XI Prediction of Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on 21st June, Friday

Jun 20, 2024, 10:45 AM4 min read

Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 Match Preview | Image: Copa America

Lionel Scaloni's Argentina are all set to face Jesse Marsch's Canada in the opening fixture of the Copa America 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Football Stadium, Atlanta in the United States. Argentina are the defending champions and are the favourites to lift the title once again. Lionel Messi's Argentina are one of the finest football teams in the world as they are not only the Champions of South America but the Champions of the World. Canada are ranked 48th in the FIFA rankings. They have a great squad to compete against the best South American nations. From possible starting XIs to Fantasy predictions, here is everything you need to know about the Argentina vs Canada match in the Copa America 2024.

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Match Details

  • Match: Argentina vs Canada - Copa America 2024

  • Date: 21/6/2024

  • Time: 5:30 am (IST)

  • Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, United States

Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, United States | Image: Wikipedia

How to watch the Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 match?

No official confirmation on which Network Argentina vs Canada Copa America 2024 Group A match will be live telecasted in India.

Argentina vs Canada: Head-to-Head stats

Lionel Messi in action at the International Friendly ahead of the Copa America 2024
Lionel Messi in action at the International Friendly ahead of the Copa America 2024 | Image: Getty

Argentina and Canada have faced each other only once. Argentina won 5-0 in that international friendly against Canada.

  • Matches: 1
  • Argentina won: 1
  • Canada won: 0
  • Draws: 0

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Team News

Argentina

Lionel Messi ahead of the Copa America 2024

Argentina are the current owners of the Copa America after they defeated Brazil in the 2021 final to win the tournament for the first time since 1993. Lionel Messi celebrated the first international trophy of his glittering career. Lionel Scaloni's side has been in brilliant form since their World Cup success, winning 13 and losing just one of their previous 14 matches.

In their two warm-up matches, Argentina registered a narrow 1-0 victory against Ecuador and then produced a free-scoring display against Guatemala. The defending champions are all set to start their campaign with a game against Canada. Lisandro Martinez is set to start over Nicolas Otamendi alongside Cristian Romero in central defence. Molina and Acuna will take care of the wings.

Rodrigo De Paul and Mac Allister will definitely start but it will be interesting to see who Schaloni chooses between Enzo and Parades in the starting lineup. Messi will be looking to score his 108th international goal on Friday. Schaloni will probably start Alvarez instead of Lautaro Martinez and Di Maria is another player who will most likely come off the bench in the second half.

Argentina National Men's Football Team
Practice ahead of the opening fixture | Image: Argentina (X)

Canada

Canada Players

While Argentina are 15-time winners of the Copa America, Canada will appear at the tournament for the first time, securing qualification to participate as one of the six CONCACAF teams in the competition. They had to play in the playoff after failing to qualify as one of the four best teams in the 2023-24 CONCACAF Nations League.

Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies will start and is set to operate in a back four alongside Alistair Johnston, Moise Bombito, and Derek Cornelius. Porto's Stephen Eustaquio will lead the team and is expected to line up in the middle alongside Watford's young talent Ismael Kone.

Lille marksman Jonathan David will provide one of his country's main goal threats. He has already scored 26 goals in 48 international appearances. Cyle Larin is not in great form and will try to get his confidence back by delivering a strong performance against Argentina on Friday.

Possible Starting XIs

Argentina's possible starting lineup:
Emiliano Martinez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Acuna; Alexis Mac Allister, Paredes, De Paul; Lionel Messi, Gonzalez, Julian Alvarez

Canada's possible starting lineup:
Crepeau; Johnston, Bombito, Cornelius, Alphonso Davies; Buchanan, Eustaquio, Kone, Millar; David, Larin

Argentina vs Canada: Fantasy XI Prediction

E Martinez; Johnston, Romero, L Martinez, Davies; Mac Allister, Kone, De Paul; Messi, David, Alvarez

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Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Villa to face PSG in quarters after a 3-0 win (6-1 agg)

Marco Asensio came off the bench again to score a brace for Aston Villa as they thrashed Club Brugge by 3-0 to enter the quarter-finals with a 6-1 aggregate.

Mar 12, 2025, 10:02 PM1 min read

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores: 3 quick goals from Villa; Asensio with a brace | AVL 3-0 BRU (6-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another UEFA Champions League night. This is Koushik Biswas with all the build-up, LIVE Updates, stats and news of the Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg match at Villa Park. 

Aston Villa are leading by 3-1 after the first-leg away win and will be confident to enter the first-ever Champions League quarter-final since their last campaign, in 1982/83. 

Meantime after facing a defeat in their home leg Club Brugge will look for a miracle win at Villa Park to ensure their final eight spot. 

So, sit back and relax as we bring you all the news, LIVE Updates and scores of the match from our web desk. 

LIVE Updates

Mar 12, 2025, 8:03 PM

Final Score

 

Mar 12, 2025, 10:00 PM

Final Verdict | Villa to face PSG in quarters

Club Brugge had a lot of things to do away from home and they were already running behind the game when Kyriani Sabbe received the direct card in the 17th minute of the game.

However, Villa were not able to take advantage of that until Unai Emery made the substitution in the second half. 

Marco Asensio came and made it look easy to score two goals while Ian Maatsen scored one to hand Aston Villa a 3-0 lead which was enough for them to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since the 1982/83 season.

Villa now have become the 9th Premier League team to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League era. 

They will face Unai Emery and Marco Asensio's former club PSG in the quarter-finals. 

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Villa to face PSG in quarters | sportzpoint.com

Mar 12, 2025, 9:54 PM

No. 9

Mar 12, 2025, 9:53 PM

Celebrations at Villa Park

Mar 12, 2025, 9:52 PM

Full time: Aston Villa 3-0 Club Brugge (6-1 agg)

Mar 12, 2025, 9:50 PM

Mar 12, 2025, 9:49 PM

Asensio could face his old team PSG

Marco Asensio, on loan from PSG, could face his old team PSG in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:46 PM

Can Rashford score his first for Villa?

In a night like this Marcus Rashford would love to be on the scoresheet and score that first goal for Aston Villa.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:44 PM

Some player!

Asensio has now scored 11 goals in the Champions League knockout phase. The only Spanish player to better that tally is Real Madrid legend Raúl González, with 18. | sportzpoint.com

Asensio has now scored 11 goals in the Champions League knockout phase. The only Spanish player to better that tally is Real Madrid legend Raúl González, with 18.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:38 PM

77' | Save from Mignolet

Tielemans with a fine effort from the outside of the box. Mignolet had to dive to his left to deny him.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:33 PM

73' | Change for Villa

Disasi replaces Cash.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:31 PM

70' | Yellow card

Vanaken gets the yellow card for a foul on Cash.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:30 PM

68' | Mignolet makes a save

Cash was on target this time with a shot from outside the box. 

Mignolet was ready for that though.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:26 PM

66' | Change for Club Brugge

Hugo Siquet replaces Christos Tzolis

Mar 12, 2025, 9:26 PM

65' | Changes for Villa

Pau Torres replaces Tyrone Mings

Jacob Ramsey replaces Morgan Rogers

Mar 12, 2025, 9:23 PM

Mar 12, 2025, 9:23 PM

61' | Asensio scores again | AVL 3-0 BRU (6-1)

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores: 3 quick goals from Villa; Asensio with a brace | AVL 3-0 BRU (6-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores: 3 quick goals from Villa; Asensio with a brace | AVL 3-0 BRU (6-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Marcus Rashford with the assist this time. 

Rashford with a brilliant run and cutback for Asensio to put it to the back of the net with a sliding left-footed shot. 

Aston Villa 3-0 Brugge (6-1 agg)

Mar 12, 2025, 9:21 PM

59' | Changes for Brugge

Romero, Skóras, Nilsson and Nielsen came in for Club Brugge. 

Mar 12, 2025, 9:19 PM

57' | Maatsen scores for Villa | AVL 2-0 BRU (5-1 agg)

Ian Maatsen | sportzpoint.com

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores: 3 quick goals from Villa; Asensio with a brace | AVL 3-0 BRU (6-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Rogers produces lovely footwork before playing the ball across the area for Maatsen to tuck away.

Aston Villa 2-0 Club Brugge (5-1 agg)

Mar 12, 2025, 9:18 PM

54' | Asensio hits the post

Marco Asensio hits the right post with a left footed shot from the centre of the box

Mar 12, 2025, 9:17 PM

50' | Asensio scores | AVL 1-0 BRU (4-1)

Marco Asensio after scoring the first goal, Aston Villa vs Club Brugge, round of 16, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 | sportzpoint.com

Marco Asensio with a brace for Aston Villa against Club Brugge, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 round of 16, second leg | sportzpoint.com

Asensio latches on to a ball over the top from Tielemans and, one-on-one against Mignolet, sees his low strike rebound off the base of a post.

Aston Villa 1-0 Brugge (4-1)

Mar 12, 2025, 9:16 PM

49' | Mignolet makes a save

Mignolet makes a save as Mings was on target.

Mar 12, 2025, 9:15 PM

Second half starts

Mar 12, 2025, 8:51 PM

First-half | AVL 0-0 BRU (3-3 agg)

Club Brugge were fluid throughout the first half despite being down to 10 men.

0-0 at half-time and 3-1 on aggregate for Aston Villa. Although they did not look that great, they are in a commanding position and it would take a lot from the visitors to make it interesting in the second half. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:47 PM

45' | 3 minutes added

3 minutes have been added as the injury time. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:46 PM

44' | Rashford hits the side net

A bit rusty from Rashford as he volleyed one at the side of the net.

Mar 12, 2025, 8:45 PM

44' | Watkins is back

He is back though and no changes from the home team.

Mar 12, 2025, 8:44 PM

42' | Watkins is still out

The English footballer is still outside the field as the referee resumes the play. He was limping though. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:42 PM

40' | Watkins is down

Ollie Watkins has gone down. He is getting the medical attention.

Mar 12, 2025, 8:39 PM

37' | Maatsen misses the target

Watkins has enough space to make a run. He passed the ball to Cash, who was tangled down by the Brugge defenders. 

Rogers then made a cutback to Maatsen, who went for a curling shot but missed the target completely. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:36 PM

34' | Save from Martinez

Easy grab for the Argentine goalkeeper. 

Talbi, the 19-year-old star tried to thread in a dipping ball from the outside of the box with his left foot. 

He has dropped a bit low to fill in the void made by Sabbe. Still, he has managed to make good runs and create some chances. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:32 PM

31' | Good defending from Ordóñez

Ordóñez was sharp to go around Waltkins to stop him from making the final move inside the box. 

 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:29 PM

26' | Brugge looking good even with 10 men

Tzolis, Onyedika and De Cuyper have been solid for Brugge so far. The trio have been able to thread the ball inside the final third and also send some quality cross across the ground. 

 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:23 PM

That foul from Sabbe on Rashford

Aston Villa FC v Club Brugge KV - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg

Mar 12, 2025, 8:21 PM

19' | Mignolet makes the save

Tielemans takes the free-kick and gets it over the the false wall. 

But, Mignolet was ready for the challenge and make the save. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:18 PM

16' | Red card for Sabbe

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores, News and Commentary: Direct red card for Sabbe | sportzpoint.com

A direct red card for Sabbe. 

A long ball from Martinez for Rashford and Sabbe, who could not stop Rashford with his pace, brought the English striker down. 

Club Brugge are now down to 10 men. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:15 PM

13' | Chance for Rashford

First view of Rahsford tonight. He had the chance to chip the ball over the incoming goalkeeper. 

But, Mignolet was quicker getting the ball before Rashford could do any damage. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:13 PM

The visitors

Mar 12, 2025, 8:12 PM

11' | Konsa blocks a shot

Bright opening 10 minutes from the boys from Belgium. 

De Cuyper with a cut back from the left and Onyedika had a go at the goal with a powerful shot. 

But, Konsa came between to block the shot. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:11 PM

9' | Vanaken misses the target

Good start from the visitors here. 

A good cross from the left by De Cuyper, and Vanaken had the chance to find the net with a header. 

His header went left to the post. 

Mar 12, 2025, 8:09 PM

7' | Sabbe misses the target

The first shot of the game comes from the visitors. 

A mistake from Matty Cash allowed Sabbe to go for the goal with a left-footed shot from outside the box.

He missed the target though.

Mar 12, 2025, 8:07 PM

We shall not be moved

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Scores, News and Commentary

The home fans chant "We shall not be moved" as both teams wait patiently for mistakes from the other team. Club Brugge enjoyed more possession of the ball so far.

Mar 12, 2025, 8:05 PM

Fireworks before the game!

Mar 12, 2025, 8:05 PM

Love and support for Rahsford

Mar 12, 2025, 8:02 PM

Kick-off!

Here we go! 

Villa lead by 3-1 and more to come in the next 90 minutes or even more maybe. 

Mar 12, 2025, 7:47 PM

They are here too!

Mar 12, 2025, 7:45 PM

Getting warmed up!

Mar 12, 2025, 7:40 PM

What happened in the first leg?

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Bailey scored early, but Club Brugge quickly equalised through De Cuyper. Mechele scored an own goal while Asensio scored from the penalty spot to hand Aston Villa a 3-1 win in the first leg.

Mar 12, 2025, 7:23 PM

Lineups | Club Brugge

Club Brugge: Mignolet, Sabbe, Ordóñez, Mechele, De Cuyper, Onyedika, Jashari, Talbi, Vanaken, Tzolis, Jutglà

Subs: Romero, Vetlesen, Vermant, Nilsson, Skóras, Nielsen, Jackers, Siquet, Spileers, Campbell

Mar 12, 2025, 7:22 PM

Lineups | Aston Villa

Aston Villa: Martínez, Cash, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen, Kamara, Tielemans, McGinn, Rogers, Rashford, Watkins

Subs: Disasi, Digne, Torres, Asensio, Onana, Olsen, Bogarde, Bailey, Ramsey, Zych

Mar 12, 2025, 6:21 PM

Recent form | Club Brugge

  • 9/03/25 - Pro League
    Cercle Brugge 1-3 Club Brugge (W)

  • 04/03/25 - UEFA Champions League
    Club Brugge 1-3 Aston Villa (L)

  • 01/03/25 - Pro League
    KAA Gent 1-1 Club Brugge (D)

  • 23/02/25 - Pro League
    Club Brugge 1-2 Standard Liège (L)

  • 19/02/25 - UEFA Champions League
    Atalanta 1-3 Club Brugge (W)

Mar 12, 2025, 6:19 PM

Recent form | Aston Villa

  • 08/03/25 - Premier League
    Brentford 0-1 Aston Villa (W)

  • 04/03/25 - UEFA Champions League
    Club Brugge 1-3 Aston Villa (W)

  • 01/03/25 - FA Cup
    Aston Villa 2-0 Cardiff City (W)

  • 26/02/25 - Premier League
    Crystal Palace 4-1 Aston Villa (L)

  • 22/02/25 - Premier League
    Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea (W)

Mar 12, 2025, 6:13 PM

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge: Head-to-head stats

Team Wins Draws Goals
Aston Villa 1 0 3
Club Brugge 1 0 2

 

Mar 12, 2025, 1:42 PM

Who the winner of this match will face in the Quatrer-final?

Mar 12, 2025, 1:40 PM

Tonight's Venue | Villa Park

About Villa Park | Aston Villa

Mar 12, 2025, 1:39 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the match LIVE on Sony Sports Network TV Channel and also on Sony LIV App and Website with a paid subscription.

Mar 12, 2025, 1:38 PM

Match Details

Match: Aston Villa vs Club Brugge 

Tournament: UEFA Champions League 2024-25, Round of 16, Second leg

Date: 13th March 2025

Time: 1.30 am Indian Standard Time

Venue: Villa Park

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15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

The Argentine superstar is still with his childhood club Barcelona. Although he has not changed clubs in his football career, this football magician has changed his hairstyle many times. So let's take a look at some of the best Lionel Messi hairstyles.

Mar 11, 2025, 3:00 PM6 min read

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Lionel Messi has been ruling the football world with with an amazing career that has earned him multiple honors, including eight Ballon d’Or awards, six European Golden Shoes, ten La Liga titles, four UEFA Champions League wins, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup

The Argentine superstar is still with his childhood club Barcelona. Although he has not changed clubs in his football career, this football magician has changed his hairstyle many times. Along with his brilliant footballing abilities, his haircuts have always been the epitome of discussion. 

So let's take a look at some of the best Lionel Messi hairstyles.

Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles | Top 15 list

15. Taper Fade with Crew Cut

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi's taper fade is a bit more prominent here than in other images, perhaps because it does not start until his temple area. 

This is the haircut Messi looks his best in, simply because it complements his face shape and bone structure the best. 

A well-shaped beard framed the jaw and make it appear more square, while tall and tight haircuts elongated the face and made it appear less round.

14. Blonde Quiff with Tapered Sides

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Lionel Messi may not be rocking this cool hair color anymore, but it is still one of the best Lionel Messi hairstyles we've seen from him over the years.

Moreover, snowy-white, cold, platinum-blonde shades have been extremely popular for the last couple of years. Especially, when paired with a thick beard and dark natural roots.

Messi normally sports his natural hair color, a dark chocolate brown on the field, but by the look in this photo, the platinum vibe gave him all sorts of good luck too.

13. Messy Bangs

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

This look from Leo Messi is a signature footballer haircut. You've got the short sides and long layers on top, finished off by the messy (pun-intended) curtain bangs. 

It's a cool haircut for athletes because it can be left unstyled and won't create distraction around the face. But, if you add a few products to the bangs, like hair wax and gel, you can get an easy, slicked-back look.

12. Messy Long Hair

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

As Messi grew older, his playing style evolved, and so did his hairstyle. From the rough and untamed haircuts of his teenage years to the more polished and considered looks of his maturity, Lionel Messi hairstyles became a reflection of his evolving personality and confidence. 

During the early years of his senior career, we witnessed Messi experiment with longer hair, embracing a bit of untidiness and rebellion, perhaps mirroring his emerging superstar status.

11. Short Pompadour

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi bounces back and forth from clean-shaved to bearded, and this is one of the best hairstyles to go with if you also tend to experiment with your facial hair. It is long enough to frame the face but short enough to look presentable.

This Lionel Messi Haircut is a great option for men of all ages, too. We've seen guys pull of haircuts like these from fifteen years old to sixty years old.

10. Modern Mullet with Middle Part

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Have you checked out old young Messi haircuts? This will come as a huge déjà vu moment. If you are a Messi fan, you must check out this young haircut pic of the legend, with mid-parted hair and wavy shoulder length brushed up hair.

It is lovely, smart yet unique and vintage with vibrant vibes. This is a timeless haircut if you would love to check it out. It suits men with huge foreheads or those with thick hair.

9. Quiff with Mid Taper Fade and Highlights

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Another simple yet unique and charming haircut of Messi that we loved the most. He has combined the mullet-quiff look with blonde colour and brushed-up style to bring seamless and vibrant vibes. It is youthful, hot and perfect to exude the timeless look too.

Men who love to have a modern and contemporary haircut yet new and experimental can try this out. This hairstyle needs fine and straight hair too.

8. Short Mullet with Choppy Fringe

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Not many often see mullet and choppy fringe going together. But our Messi has an eye for glam quotient, and when he turned up with a short mullet with choppy fringe, the world was shocked.

However, we love how simple, minimal, yet stylish this haircut is. This is perfect for those who would prefer a comfy hairstyle. 

7. Mid Fade

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

After his platinum days, Messi went back to his natural hair color and has been wearing a version of this haircut ever since. Here, he's got a mid fade and medium-length haircut with quite a bit of volume on top.

Messi was blessed with thick, coarse, and straight hair, meaning he can get away with not adding products or using a minimal amount of products for styling.

6. Short Sides Long Top

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

This is another classic Messi haircut, that's somewhere between a pompadour and a quiff. Both hairstyles require a bit more structure than Messi is working within this image, but he could easily achieve them by styling them back, rather than leaving it spiked to the front.

Any hair type and face shape can pull off this Messi haircut because it does not require much volume or styling. 

5. Brushed Back Long Hair with Headband

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi would often secure his youthful brushed-back style with a headband to keep his long hair under control. The hairband keeps the front sections in place and away from the eyes to minimize distraction.

Messi keeps the length relatively uniform but weaves light layers through his locks for dimension and effortless movement.

4. Dyed Blonde Hair

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi shocked fans in 2016 when he dyed his hair bright blonde for the Copa America tournament. This bold, bleached look commanded attention as it contrasted heavily against his dark roots and full, orange-tinged beard.

The cut featured light layers that were expertly point-cut for extra dimension and movement, letting the breeze whip through his locks as he zipped around the pitch.

3. Full Beard

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Along with a textured top, Messi rocked a handsome full beard during the UEFA Champions League game against Olympiacos. The beard was carefully groomed and connected to his sides for a seamless, blended appearance.

A dash of pomade through the front and crown gave the locks texture that worked against the clean, buzzed sides for a multi-dimensional finish.

2. Voluminous Comb Over with Low Taper

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi’s voluminous, debonair comb over looked chic on and off the pitch. Chocolate brown strands give the hair subtle dimension, offering a modern appearance that blends with the player’s full beard.

The low taper provides visual contrast against the clean-cut top that pulls the style together. This combination makes Messi’s eyes and jawline the stars of the show.

1. Mid Taper Fade on the Sides and Back

15 Iconic Lionel Messi hairstyles and looks

Messi’s World Cup 2022 haircut was a mid taper fade on the sides and back with thick volume on top and a spiky fringe. The Argentinian superstar brought his talent, leadership and impeccable style to the tournament.

The trimmed beard effortlessly blended into the tight taper, creating incredible contrast. To copy his style, use a strong-hold pomade or gel to keep your hair up during soccer games.

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15 most decorated clubs in world football

Discover the 15 most decorated football clubs in the world, boasting legendary teams with the highest number of trophies, from domestic leagues to international glory.

Mar 11, 2025, 6:59 AM22 min read

15 most decorated clubs in world football-sportzpoint.com
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Success in football comes in circles, as good times come and go for every club, but some clubs have had far more consistent runs than the others. Many clubs have had generations of success through each era of football and multiple competitions. 

Clubs like Real Madrid have gone into the 2024-25 season on the back of being the defending UEFA Champions League winners for a record 15th time. The Los Blancos look to retain their crown in the competition's new format, as they have done previously in so many occasions. The Premier League club Manchester United hopes to add their haul of trophies from the years. 

Understanding that every title, cup, and league win has a backdrop is essential. Here is the full list of the clubs boasting their trophy cabinets.

15 most decorated clubs in world football:

RANK CLUBS TROPHIES NATION
1. Al-Ahly 123 Egypt
2. Celtic FC 119 Scotland
3. Rangers 118 Scotland
4. Club Nacional de Football 117 Uruguay
5. Atletico Penarol 116 Uruguay
6. Real Madrid 102 Spain
7. FC Barcelona 98 Spain
8. SL Benfica 85 Portugal
9. FC Porto 85 Portugal
10. Al-Faisaly 84 Saudi Arab
11. FC Bayern Munich 83 Germany
12. Olympiacos 80 Greece
13. Ajax 73 Netherlands
14. Juventus 71 Italy
15. Manchester United 68 England

15. Manchester United | 68 Trophies | England:

15 most decorated clubs in world football: Manchester United-sportzpoint.com
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If you say "Theatre of Dreams", "Old Trafford", or the "Busby Babes" to someone, there is only one club that comes to mind: Manchester United. The Red Devils are cementing their place in the most decorated club's hall of fame with 68 trophies, right from the Busby Babes Munich air disaster in 1958 to Sir Alex Ferguson's Class of 92. Icons like Sir Bobby Charlton to the modern heroes like Ruud Van Nistelrooy, Wayne Rooney, Ryan Giggs and Cristiano Ronaldo have clothed the famous red jersey.

While the club has struggled to reach the heights of the 1990s to 2000s in recent years, The Red Devils are one of the most successful clubs in England, winning three UEFA Champions Leagues to their name, one of the best teams to have ever played in Europe as well.

Breakdown of the trophies:

  • 20 times English Champion (12/13, 10/11, 08/09, 07/08, 06/07, 02/03, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 96/97, 95/96, 93/94, 92/93, 66/67, 64/65, 56/57, 55/56, 51/52, 1910/11, 1907/08)
  • 1x FIFA Club World Cup Winner (2008-09)
  • 3x UEFA Champions League winner (1967-68, 1998-99, 2007-08)
  • 1x UEFA Super Cup Winner (1991-92)
  • 1x UEFA Europa Cup Winner (2016-17)
  • 1x Cup Winners Cup (1990-91)
  • 13x FA Cup Winner (23/24, 15/16, 03/04, 98/99, 95/96, 93/94, 89/90, 84/85, 82/83, 76/77, 62/63, 47/48, 1908/09)
  • 21x English Super Cup winner (16/17,  13/14,  11/12,  10/11,  08/09,  07/08,  03/04,  97/98 ,  96/97,  94/95,  93/94,  90/91,  83/84,  77/78,  67/68,  65/66,  57/58,  56/57,  52/53,  1911/12,  1908/09)
  • 6x English League Cup Winner (22/23 ,  16/17 ,  09/10 ,  08/09 ,  05/06 ,  91/92)
  • 2x English 2nd Tier Champions (74/75, 35/36)
  • 1x Inter Continental Cup Winner (1999)

14. Juventus | 71 Trophies | Italy:

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Juventus is undoubtedly one of the most decorated clubs in world football and Italy too. From Dino Zoff to Alessandro Del Piero, this Italian heavyweight has been home to some of the biggest footballing stars ever produced, who have helped to add moments that collectively tell the tale of their 71 trophies. Not many clubs can boast about the fact that the Turin giant was formed by a group of grammar school students who turned into one of the biggest clubs in world football. A fascinating back story with a thrilling journey. 

Breakdown of the trophies:

  • 36x Italian Champion (19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  02/03 ,  01/02 ,  97/98 ,  96/97 ,  94/95 ,  85/86 ,  83/84 ,  81/82 ,  80/81 ,  77/78 ,  76/77 ,  74/75 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  66/67 ,  60/61 ,  59/60 ,  57/58 ,  51/52 ,  49/50 ,  34/35 ,  33/34 ,  32/33 ,  31/32 ,  30/31 ,  1925/26 ,  1904/05)
  • 15x Italian Cup Winner (23/24 ,  20/21 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  94/95 ,  89/90 ,  82/83 ,  78/79 ,  64/65 ,  59/60 ,  58/59 ,  41/42 ,  37/38)
  • 2x UEFA Champions League winners (1984-85, 1995-96)
  • 2x UEFA Super Cup (1984-85, 1996-97)
  • 9x Italian Super Cup Winner (20/21 ,  18/19 ,  15/16 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  03/04 ,  02/03 ,  97/98 ,  95/96)
  • 2x UEFA Cup Winner (92/93 ,  89/90 ,  76/77)
  • 1x Italian Serie B Champion (2006-07)
  • 2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1996, 1985)

13. Ajax | 73 Trophies | Netherlands:

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Ajax are a wonderful football club, and their story is represented in as much as one word: innovation. The birthplace of 'Modern Football', their academy, De Toekomst, has been a messenger of talents. From Johan Cruyff to Frenkie de Jong. Their 73 trophies, including their European exploits, show their philosophy that prioritizes skill and vision.

The club has been massively successful in their 123-year history, winning four Champions League crowns, three of which were won in a row, as well as 36 Eredivisie crowns, which makes this club one of the most decorated clubs in world football.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 36x Dutch Champions (21/22 ,  20/21 ,  18/19 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  03/04 ,  01/02 ,  97/98 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  89/90 ,  84/85 ,  82/83 ,  81/82 ,  79/80 ,  78/79 ,  76/77 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  69/70 ,  67/68 ,  66/67 ,  65/66 ,  59/60 ,  56/57 ,  46/47 ,  38/39 ,  36/37 ,  33/34 ,  31/32 ,  30/31 ,  1918/19 ,  1917/18)
  • 20x Dutch Cup Winner (20/21 ,  18/19 ,  09/10 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  01/02 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  92/93 ,  86/87 ,  85/86 ,  82/83 ,  78/79 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  69/70 ,  66/67 ,  60/61 ,  42/43 ,  1916/17)
  • 1x Inter Toto Cup Winner (1961-62)
  • 4x UEFA Champions League winner (1972/73,  71/72,  70/71, 94/95)
  • 3x UEFA Super cup winner (1972-73, 1973-74, 1995-96)
  • 1X Cup winner Cup (1986-87)
  • 9x Dutch Supercup Winner (2019/20 ,  13/14 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  02/03 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  93/94)
  • 1x UEFA Cup Winner (1991-92)
  • 2x Intercontinental Cup winner (1995, 1972)

12. Olympiacos | 80 Trophies | Greece:

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Olympiacos is known to have a hugely intimidating home atmosphere when visiting teams come to their ground, the Karaiskakis Stadium. Despite only holding 33,334 fans, it's a well-known fortress for the home team. There's no doubt that they have dominated Greek football since their inception in 1925. From legendary figures to the current team, it has helped the club propel them to 80 trophies and cemented their name into one of the most decorated clubs.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 47x Greek Champions (21/22 ,  20/21 ,  19/20 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  02/03 ,  01/02 ,  2000/01 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  96/97 ,  86/87 ,  82/83 ,  81/82 ,  80/81 ,  79/80 ,  74/75 ,  73/74 ,  72/73 ,  66/67 ,  65/66 ,  58/59 ,  57/58 ,  56/57 ,  55/56 ,  54/55 ,  53/54 ,  50/51 ,  47/48 ,  46/47 ,  37/38 ,  36/37 ,  35/36 ,  33/34 ,  32/33 ,  1930/31)
  • 28x Greek Cup Winner (19/20 ,  14/15 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  05/06 ,  2004/05 ,  98/99 ,  91/92 ,  89/90 ,  80/81 ,  74/75 ,  72/73 ,  70/71 ,  67/68 ,  64/65 ,  62/63 ,  60/61 ,  59/60 ,  58/59 ,  57/58 ,  56/57 ,  53/54 ,  52/53 ,  51/52 ,  50/51 , 1946/47)
  • 4x Greek Super Cup Winner (2006/07, 91/92, 86/87, 1979/80)
  • 1x UEFA Conference League Winner (2023-24)

11. FC Bayern Munich | 83 Trophies | Germany:

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Bayern's unparalleled streak of 11 consecutive titles came to an end in 2023-24 when the club slipped to third in Bayer Leverkusen's 'invincible' season. Vincent Kompany will be looking to change fortunes and restore Bayern to the top of German football. From their Allianz Arena, a modern-day stadium, they have showcased a brand of football that is both efficient and elegant. Bayern Munich is one of the most decorated clubs in Germany and world football too.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 33x German Champion (22/23 ,  21/22 ,  20/21 ,  19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  09/10 ,  07/08 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  02/03 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  96/97 ,  93/94 ,  89/90 ,  88/89 ,  86/87 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  80/81 ,  79/80 ,  73/74 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  68/69 ,  31/32)
  • 20x German Cup winner (2019/20 ,  18/19 ,  15/16 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  09/10 ,  07/08 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  02/03 ,  99/00 ,  97/98 ,  85/86 ,  83/84 ,  81/82 ,  70/71 ,  68/69 ,  66/67 ,  65/66 ,  1956/57)
  • 10x German Super Cup Winner (22/23 ,  21/22 ,  20/21 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  12/13 ,  10/11 ,  90/91 ,  87/88)
  • 6x League Cup Winner (07/08 ,  04/05 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  97/98)
  • South German Cup Winner (1956-57)
  • 2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (2001,  1976)
  • 2X UEFA Super Cup Winner (20/21 ,  13/14)
  • 6x UEFA Champions League Winner (1975/76,  74/75,  73/74, 2019/20,  2012/13,  2000/01)
  • 2x FIFA Club World Cup Winner (20/21, 13/14)
  • 1x UEFA Cup Winner (1995-96)

10. Al-Faisaly | 84 Trophies | Saudi Arab:

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Not a familiar name in world football, but Al-Faisaly is one of the most decorated clubs in world football. In 91 years of their existence as a football club, formerly known as Al-Ashbal Club, they have won 35 league titles and 21 Jordan FA Cups, although domestic success has been more limited in recent years. The club is yet to have any success on the AFC stage. 

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 35x Jordanian Champion (2021/22 ,  18/19 ,  16/17 ,  11/12 ,  09/10 ,  03/04 ,  02/03 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  89/90 ,  88/89 ,  87/88 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  82/83 ,  76/77 ,  75/76 ,  73/74 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  69/70 ,  65/66 ,  64/65 ,  63/64 ,  62/63 ,  61/62 ,  60/61 ,  59/60 ,  58/59 ,  44/45 ,  1943/44)
  • 2x AFC Cup Winner (2006,  2005)
  • 21x Jordanian Cup Winner (2020/21 ,  18/19 ,  16/17 ,  14/15 ,  11/12 ,  07/08 ,  04/05 ,  03/04 ,  02/03 ,  00/01 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  89/90 ,  87/88 ,  82/83 ,  80/81 ,1979/80)

9. FC Porto | 85 Trophies | Portugal:

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From the banks of the Douro River, FC Porto has risen as Portugal's footballing flare and one of the most decorated clubs in world football. This is the football club that gave us players such as Deco, Ricardo Carvalho and, of course, the hero Benni McCarthy. After the 2004 season's UEFA Champions League winning campaign, Porto haven't seen any success in Europe since, they have still managed to win 30 Primeira Liga titles, 19 Taca de Portugal, two European Cups and two Europa Leagues during their 130-year history.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 30x Portuguese Champion (2021/22 ,  19/20 ,  17/18 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  03/04 ,  02/03 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  96/97 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  89/90 ,  87/88 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  78/79 ,  77/78 ,  58/59 ,  55/56 ,  39/40 ,  38/39 ,  1934/35)
  • 20x Portuguese Cup Winner (2023/24 ,  22/23 ,  21/22 ,  19/20 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  08/09 ,  05/06 ,  02/03 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  97/98 ,  93/94 ,  90/91 ,  87/88 ,  83/84 ,  76/77 ,  67/68 ,  57/58 ,  1955/56)
     
     
    24x Portuguese Supercup Winner (24/25 ,  22/23 ,  20/21 ,  18/19 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  06/07 ,  04/05 ,  03/04 ,  01/02 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  96/97 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  91/92 ,  90/91 ,  86/87 ,  84/85 ,  83/84 ,  81/82)
  • 2x UEFA Europa League winner (2010/11, 2002-03)
  • 1x Portuguese league cup winner (2022-23)
  • 2x UEFA Champions League Winner (2003-04, 1986-87)
  • 1x UEFA Super Cup Winner (1987-88)
  • 2x Intercontinental Cup Winner (2004, 1987)

8. SL Benfica | 85 Trophies | Portugal:

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SL Benfica is one of the most decorated football clubs in Portugal and globally. The club has given birth to some absolute icons in the sport. Eusebio, winner of the 1965 Ballon d'Or, was representing Benfica when he achieved this phenomenal feat. Modern-day players such as Angel Di Maria, Darwin Nunez, David Luiz and Nemanja Matic are just a few names that have come and gone from the Portuguese outfit over the years. With 85 trophies, incredibly, the nation's two powerhouses are tied for trophy hauls. 

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 38x Portuguese Champion (22/23 ,  18/19 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  09/10 ,  04/05 ,  93/94 ,  90/91 ,  88/89 ,  86/87 ,  83/84 ,  82/83 ,  80/81 ,  76/77 ,  75/76 ,  74/75 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  68/69 ,  67/68 ,  66/67 ,  64/65 ,  63/64 ,  62/63 ,  60/61 ,  59/60 ,  56/57 ,  54/55 ,  49/50 ,  44/45 ,  42/43 ,  41/42 ,  37/38 ,  36/37 ,  35/36)
  • 26x Portuguese Cup Winner (16/17 ,  13/14 ,  03/04 ,  95/96 ,  92/93 ,  86/87 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  82/83 ,  80/81 ,  79/80 ,  71/72 ,  69/70 ,  68/69 ,  63/64 ,  61/62 ,  58/59 ,  56/57 ,  54/55 ,  52/53 ,  51/52 ,  50/51 ,  48/49 ,  43/44 ,  42/43 , 1939/40)
  • 8x Portuguese League Cup Winner (2024/25 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  2008/09)
  • 9x Portuguese Cup Winner (23/24 ,  19/20 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  14/15 ,  05/06 ,  89/90 ,  85/86 ,  80/81)
  • 2x UEFA Champions League Winner (1961/62, 1960/61)

7. FC Barcelona | 98 Trophies | Spain:

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There is no denying that Barcelona's most successful period was the late 2000s and into the 2010s, led by the genius Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest player to ever kick a football and helped to make one of the most decorated clubs in world football. Their 98-trophy tally does not just recount victories but also moments that changed Spanish football. Camp Nou has been the hub of 'tiki-taka' football - a poetic style, enchanting and uniquely Barcelona's.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 27x Spanish Champion (22/23 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  12/13 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  08/09 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  90/91 ,  84/85 ,  73/74 ,  59/60 ,  58/59 ,  52/53 ,  51/52 ,  48/49 ,  47/48 ,  44/45 ,  1928/29)
  • 31x Spanish Cup Winner (20/21 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  11/12 ,  08/09 ,  97/98 ,  96/97 ,  89/90 ,  87/88 ,  82/83 ,  80/81 ,  77/78 ,  70/71 ,  67/68 ,  62/63 ,  58/59 ,  56/57 ,  52/53 ,  51/52 ,  50/51 ,  41/42 ,  1927/28 ,  1925/26 ,  1924/25 ,  1921/22 ,  1919/20 ,  1912/13 ,  1911/12 ,  1909/10)
  • 5x UEFA Champions League winner (191/92, 14/15 ,  10/11 ,  08/09 ,  05/06)
  • 5x UEFA Super Cup winner (15/16 ,  11/12 ,  09/10 ,  97/98 ,  92/93)
  • 15x Spanish Super Cup Winner (24/25 ,  22/23 ,  18/19 ,  16/17 ,  13/14 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  96/97 ,  94/95 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  83/84)
  • 3x FIFA Club World Cup winner (15/16 ,  11/12 ,  09/10)
  • 4x Cup Winners up (96/97 ,  88/89 ,  81/82 ,  78/79)
  • 9x Copa Catalunya Winner (13/14 ,  12/13 ,  06/07 ,  04/05 ,  03/04 ,  99/00 ,  92/93 ,  90/91 ,  84/85)
  • 3x Copa Eva Durate Winner (53/54 ,  52/53 ,  48/49)
  • 3x Inter-Cities fair cup Winners (65/66 ,  59/60 ,  57/58)

6. Real Madrid | 102 Trophies | Spanish:

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Real Madrid has made the Santiago Bernabeu a theatre of dreams for fans and a place of nightmares for rivals. Madrid boasts an astonishing 15 UEFA Champions League titles to their name, seven more than any other team has won in the competition's history. Los Blancos is the most decorated club in Spain showcasing 102 trophies. 

Breakdown of trophies:

Competition Number of Wins Winning Seasons
La Liga 36 1931–32, 1932–33, 1953–54, 1954–55, 1956–57, 1957–58, 1960–61, 1961–62, 1962–63, 1963–64, 1964–65, 1966–67, 1967–68, 1968–69, 1985–86, 1987–88, 1988–89, 1994–95, 1996–97, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2011–12, 2016–17, 2019–20, 2021-22, 2023-24
Copa del Rey 20 1904–05, 1905–06, 1907–08, 1916–17, 1933–34, 1935–36, 1945–46, 1946–47, 1950–51, 1961–62, 1969–70, 1981–82, 1989–90, 1992–93, 2010–11, 2013–14, 2022-23
Spanish Super Cup 13 1989, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2008, 2012, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023
UEFA Champions League 15 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1966, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024
UEFA Super Cup 6 2002, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2023, 2024
FIFA Club World Cup 8 1960, 1998, 2002, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2023
FIFA Intercontinental Cup 1 2024-25
Intercontinental Cup Winner 3 2002, 1998, 1960
Copa Eva Durate  2 1984/85, 1947/48

5. Atletico Penarol | 116 Trophies | Uruguay:

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Just missing out on the top four is one of the most decorated clubs of South American football, Atletico Penarol. Why is this club so special and represents why they have been so successful over the years, is that they have never been relegated from the top division in Uruguay since being founded in 1891. It is a witness to longevity and consistent excellence. With a total of 116 trophies, they are not just Uruguayan legends.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 52x Uruguayan Champion (2024 ,  2021 ,  2018 ,  2017 ,  15/16 ,  12/13 ,  09/10 ,  02/03 ,  98/99 ,  96/97 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  81/82 ,  80/81 ,  78/79 ,  77/78 ,  74/75 ,  73/74 ,  72/73 ,  67/68 ,  66/67 ,  64/65 ,  63/64 ,  61/62 ,  60/61 ,  59/60 ,  58/59 ,  57/58 ,  53/54 ,  52/53 ,  50/51 ,  48/49 ,  44/45 ,  43/44 ,  37/38 ,  36/37 ,  35/36 ,  34/35 ,  31/32 ,  1928/29 ,  1927/28 ,  1920/21 ,  1917/18 ,  1910/11 ,  1906/07 ,  1904/05 ,  1900/01 ,  1899/00)
  • 2x Uruguayan Super Cup winner (2021/22 ,  17/18)
  • 5x Copa Libertadores Winner (1987 ,  1982 ,  1966 ,  1961 ,  1960)
  • 3x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1982 ,  1966 ,  1961)

 4. Club Nacional de Football | 117 Trophies | Uruguay:

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Club Nacional de Football tales of dominance are South American epics, which makes them the most decorated clubs in South America. However, in their long and storied 125-year history, they have won 49 Primera Division crowns in their homeland. The well-documented side from Uruguay boasts 116 trophies and is iconic in its own right. 

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 49x Uruguayan Champion (2022 ,  2020 ,  2019 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  08/09 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  01/02 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  97/98 ,  91/92 ,  82/83 ,  79/80 ,  76/77 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  69/70 ,  68/69 ,  65/66 ,  62/63 ,  56/57 ,  55/56 ,  54/55 ,  51/52 ,  49/50 ,  46/47 ,  45/46 ,  42/43 ,  41/42 ,  40/41 ,  39/40 ,  38/39 ,  33/34 ,  32/33 ,  1923/24 ,  1922/23 ,  1921/22 ,  1919/20 ,  1918/19 ,  1916/17 ,  1915/16 ,  1914/15 ,  1911/12 ,  1902/03 ,  1901/02)
  • 3x Copa Libertadores Winner (1988 ,  1980 ,  1971)
  • 3x Intercontinental Cup Winner (1988 ,  1980 ,  1971)
  • 1x Recopa SudAmericana winner (1989)

3. Rangers |118 Trophies | Scotland: 

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Rangers have marginally fewer trophies to their city rivals Celtic with 55 Scottish first-tier League Championships since 1890 and that's why they are the second most decorated clubs in Scottish Premiership. With their home one of the most famous stadiums in the British Isles in the form of Ibrox, it is no wonder they have managed such glory when they can create such an atmosphere.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 55x Scottish Champions (20/21 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  08/09 ,  04/05 ,  02/03 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  96/97 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  90/91 ,  89/90 ,  88/89 ,  86/87 ,  77/78 ,  75/76 ,  74/75 ,  63/64 ,  62/63 ,  60/61 ,  58/59 ,  56/57 ,  55/56 ,  52/53 ,  49/50 ,  48/49 ,  46/47 ,  38/39 ,  36/37 ,  34/35 ,  33/34 ,  32/33 ,  30/31 ,  1929/30 ,  1928/29 ,  1927/28 ,  1926/27 ,  1924/25 ,  1923/24 ,  1922/23 ,  1920/21 ,  1919/20 ,  1917/18 ,  1912/13 ,  1911/12 ,  1910/11 ,  1901/02 ,  1900/01 ,  1899/00 ,  1898/99 ,  1890/91)
  • 34x Scottish Cup Winners (21/22 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  02/03 ,  01/02 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  95/96 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  80/81 ,  78/79 ,  77/78 ,  75/76 ,  72/73 ,  65/66 ,  63/64 ,  62/63 ,  61/62 ,  59/60 ,  52/53 ,  49/50 ,  48/49 ,  47/48 ,  35/36 ,  34/35 ,  33/34 ,  31/32 ,  1929/30 ,  1927/28 ,  1902/03 ,  1897/98 ,  1896/97 ,  1893/94)
  • 28x Scottish League Cup winner (23/24 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  07/08 ,  04/05 ,  02/03 ,  01/02 ,  98/99 ,  96/97 ,  93/94 ,  92/93 ,  90/91 ,  88/89 ,  87/88 ,  86/87 ,  84/85 ,  83/84 ,  81/82 ,  78/79 ,  77/78 ,  75/76 ,  70/71 ,  64/65 ,  63/64 ,  61/62 ,  60/61 ,  48/49 ,  46/47)
  • 1x Cup Winners Cup (71/72)
  • 1x Scottish Second-tier champion (2015-16)
  • 1x Scottish Third-tier champion (2013-14)
  • 1x Scottish Fourth-tier Champion (2012-13)

2. Celtic FC | 119 Trophies | Scotland: 

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Celtic Park, also known as Parkhead, and renowned for its thrilling atmosphere, has seen countless memories created in the club's 137-year history. Because of their dominance, they are the most decorated club in Scottish football. Celtic were the first club in Great Britain to win the European Cup.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 54x Scottish Champion (23/24 ,  22/23 ,  21/22 ,  19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  11/12 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  03/04 ,  01/02 ,  00/01 ,  97/98 ,  87/88 ,  85/86 ,  81/82 ,  80/81 ,  78/79 ,  76/77 ,  73/74 ,  72/73 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  69/70 ,  68/69 ,  67/68 ,  66/67 ,  65/66 ,  53/54 ,  37/38 ,  35/36 ,  1925/26 ,  1921/22 ,  1918/19 ,  1916/17 ,  1915/16 ,  1914/15 ,  1913/14 ,  1909/10 ,  1908/09 ,  1907/08 ,  1906/07 ,  1905/06 ,  1904/05 ,  1897/98 ,  1895/96 ,  1893/94 ,  1892/93)
  • 42x Scottish Cup Winner (23/24 ,  22/23 ,  19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  12/13 ,  10/11 ,  06/07 ,  04/05 ,  03/04 ,  00/01 ,  94/95 ,  88/89 ,  87/88 ,  84/85 ,  79/80 ,  76/77 ,  74/75 ,  73/74 ,  71/72 ,  70/71 ,  68/69 ,  66/67 ,  64/65 ,  53/54 ,  50/51 ,  36/37 ,  32/33 ,  30/31 ,  1926/27 ,  1924/25 ,  1922/23 ,  1913/14 ,  1911/12 ,  1910/11 ,  1907/08 ,  1906/07 ,  1903/04 ,  1899/00 ,  1898/99 ,  1891/92)
  • 22x Scottish League Cup Winner (24/25 ,  22/23 ,  21/22 ,  19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  14/15 ,  08/09 ,  05/06 ,  00/01 ,  99/00 ,  97/98 ,  82/83 ,  74/75 ,  69/70 ,  68/69 ,  67/68 ,  66/67 ,  65/66 ,  57/58 ,  56/57)
  • 1x UEFA Champions League Winner (1966-67)

1. Al-Ahly | 123 Trophies | Egypt:

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Al-Ahly tops this list and becomes the most decorated club in world football with 123 trophies. With a legacy stretching back to 1907 and 123 trophies to their name, they are more than Egyptian legends; they are global titans. They have won 43 Egyptian Premier League titles, 39 Egypt Cups, 12 CAF Champions Leagues, 14 Egyptian Super Cups, eight CAF Super Cups and four African Cup Winners' Cups, just to name a few. They are essentially the African version of Real Madrid and continue to dominate Egyptian domestic football to this day.

Breakdown of trophies:

  • 44x Egyptian Champion (23/24 ,  22/23 ,  19/20 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  16/17 ,  15/16 ,  13/14 ,  10/11 ,  09/10 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  04/05 ,  99/00 ,  98/99 ,  97/98 ,  96/97 ,  95/96 ,  94/95 ,  93/94 ,  88/89 ,  86/87 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  81/82 ,  80/81 ,  79/80 ,  78/79 ,  76/77 ,  75/76 ,  74/75 ,  61/62 ,  60/61 ,  58/59 ,  57/58 ,  56/57 ,  55/56 ,  53/54 ,  52/53 ,  50/51 ,  49/50 ,  48/49)
  • 39x Egyptian Cup Winner (22/23 ,  21/22 ,  19/20 ,  16/17 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  02/03 ,  00/01 ,  95/96 ,  92/93 ,  91/92 ,  90/91 ,  88/89 ,  84/85 ,  83/84 ,  82/83 ,  80/81 ,  77/78 ,  65/66 ,  60/61 ,  57/58 ,  55/56 ,  52/53 ,  50/51 ,  49/50 ,  48/49 ,  46/47 ,  45/46 ,  44/45 ,  42/43 ,  41/42 ,  39/40 ,  36/37 ,  30/31 ,  1929/30 ,  1927/28 ,  1926/27 ,  1924/25 ,  1923/24)
  • 15x Egyptian Super Cup winner (24/25 ,  23/24 ,  22/23 ,  21/22 ,  18/19 ,  17/18 ,  15/16 ,  14/15 ,  11/12 ,  10/11 ,  08/09 ,  07/08 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  03/04)
  • 12x CAF Champions League Winner (23/24 ,  22/23 ,  20/21 ,  19/20 ,  2013 ,  2012 ,  2008 ,  2006 ,  2005 ,  2001 ,  1987 ,  1982)
  • 4x African Cup Winners' Cup (92/93 ,  85/86 ,  84/85 ,  83/84)
  • 8x CAF Super Cup Winner (21/22 ,  20/21 ,  13/14 ,  12/13 ,  08/09 ,  06/07 ,  05/06 ,  01/02)
  • 1x CAF Confederation Cup winner (2014)

  

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The greatest football XI as per Ronaldo Nazario: Check out the team

Explore the greatest football XI of all time, chosen by legendary striker Ronaldo Nazário. Discover his ultimate dream team, featuring football icons and unforgettable talent on the pitch.

Mar 7, 2025, 5:58 PM5 min read

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Former Brazilian striker Ronaldo Nazario, 'the phenomenon' named some of his colleagues, footballing legends and icons among his list of the 11 best players ever. Former Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Juventus stars are on the list.

In this special article, we explore the greatest football XI as per Ronaldo Nazario.

The greatest football XI as per Ronaldo:

  1. Pele
  2. Lionel Messi
  3. Diego Maradona
  4. Zico
  5. Romario
  6. Cristiano Ronaldo
  7. Marco Van Basten
  8. Zinedine Zidane
  9. Luis Figo
  10. Rivaldo 
  11. Ronaldinho

1. Pele

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Ronaldo Nazario grew up in Brazil in the 80s, it is not a surprise that he picked Pele. While Ronaldo Nazario was too young to watch Pele play live, his legacy is still to this day within the football world. For many Brazilians, Pele will always be the Greatest of all time.

2. Lionel Messi

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Ronaldo has often spoken highly of the Argentine forward, and it is not a surprise that he named Lionel Messi as one of the best players of all time.

Ronaldo Nazario said the following during an interview in 2020:

Messi is out of this world. He’s great. I like him much more than any other player. Everything he does is spectacular.

3. Diego Maradona

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Ronaldo was born in 1976; he would have seen Diego Maradona in action during his development years and it is no surprise that the Argentine genius made such an impression on him. In reverse, Diego Maradona was always very complimentary of Ronaldo.

In 2018, Maradona said:

“If it were not for the injuries, Ronaldo would have been the best of all time.”

4. Zico

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Zico spent the majority of his career playing in his native country for Flamengo. He enjoyed a brief spell in Europe with Udinese but only spent two years playing in Italy before he returned to Brazil.

The Former Brazilian midfielder also earned 71 caps for Brazil and scored 48 goals on the international stage. Despite never winning the World Cup, he is still considered one of the greatest players in the country’s history.

5. Romario

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Ronaldo played a total of 19 games alongside Romario for Brazil and the pair combined for 12 goals during their time together. 

Ronaldo told Bobo TV during an interview in 2022.

In 1997, I was an important player already. I had already won the Ballon d’Or. 

During the training retreat for the Copa America, Romario suddenly told me: ‘Get ready, we go out tonight, don’t worry.’

He had prepared a ladder to climb over the hotel’s wall and there was a taxi waiting for us on the other side.

We returned at five am and I was exhausted the following day in training. I understood that Romario did it on purpose to tire me out and take my spot in the starting XI.

6. Cristiano Ronaldo

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While Ronaldo Nazario neglected Cristiano Ronaldo from his three greatest players of all time, he still names the Portuguese forward in his best XI.

Ronaldo Nazario told ESPN: 

Cristiano has an incredible career; he has scored in every way possible and successfully adapted to different positions. He is undoubtedly one of the best, but not the greatest.

7. Marco Van Basten:

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There can be no denying that the three-time Ballon d’Or winner ranks among the greatest players of all time. At club level, the Dutchman scored a whopping 283 goals in just 379 appearances for Ajax and AC Milan. Like Ronaldo, Van Basten had to retire his career short because of injuries.

8. Zinedine Zidane

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During their time together at Real Madrid, Ronaldo played 139 games alongside Zinedine Zidane and the pair combined for 31 goals during that time. Considered by many to be the greatest midfielder of all time, it is no surprise that the Frenchman cuts into Ronaldo’s elite list.

9. Luis Figo

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Ronaldo shared a close bond with Luis Figo during his playing days as the pair played alongside each other at Barcelona and Real Madrid. In fact, throughout Ronaldo Nazario's career, only Iker Casillas and Roberto Carlos played more games with him than Figo played.

The former Portuguese winger won 22 trophies throughout his career and undoubtedly ranks as one of the best players of his generation.

10. Rivaldo

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Rivaldo was also recognized by Nazario as one of the best players of all time. Former Brazilian international won the Ballon d'Or in 1999. While they never played together at club level, they did make 46 appearances alongside each other when playing for the national team.

11. Ronaldinho

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The last name that Ronaldo gave when naming the best players of all time was Ronaldinho. A fellow Ballon d’Or and World Cup winner, this list would feel incomplete without the legendary attacking midfielder. The pair made 39 appearances together for Brazil and won the World Cup and Copa America together.

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What Salah is doing, Messi did it 13 times in his career! Here are the stats

What Mohamed Salah is doing now is what Lionel Messi has done 13 times in his career. Here are the stats of Lionel Messi's 50+ Goal Contributions in seasons, which prove his G.O.A.T status.

Mar 3, 2025, 3:18 AM3 min read

What Salah is doing, Messi did it 13 times in his career! Here are the stats | sportzpoint.com

For his part, Mohamed Salah has been dazzling the football world with astonishing performances and record-breaking feats. Just recently, he accomplished something incredible that had fans and analysts all in madness.

The only thing more incredible about this is that Lionel Messi has reached this insane milestone 13 times in his career. This gives a sense of Messi’s consistency, of course, a level that few, if anyone could have matched, and context to Salah’s achievement. Let’s break down the stats, and how the two superstars compare.

Mohamed Salah's 2024-25 season so far:

Mohamed Salah is set to break Premier League's all-time goal scoring records | Sportz Point
Mohamed Salah is set to break the Premier League's all-time goal-scoring records | Image Credit: First Sportz

The Egyptian Talisman scored his 25th goal of the 2024-25 Premier League season in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Manchester City. Liverpool is at the top of the table and 11 points ahead of the second-placed Arsenal.

The Red's remarkable season has been led by Mohamed Salah, whose strike at the Etihad put his team in front and made it 25 goals for this season- six ahead of the Golden Boot contenders, Alexander Isak and Erling Haaland.

Mohamed Salah's UCL 2024-25 Stats:

Matches Played: 7*

Goals: 3*

Assists: 4*

Goal Contribution: 7*

Total Attempts: 25*

Mohammed Salah's Premier League 2024-25 Stats: 

Matches Played: 27* 

Goals: 25*

Assists: 16*

Goal Contribution: 41*

Lionel Messi's 13 seasons with 50+ Goal Contributions:

Lionel Messi has done 50+ Goal contribution in a single season 13 times in his whole career | Sportz Point
Lionel Messi has made 50+ Goal contributions in a single season 13 times in his whole career | Image Credit: Marca

No player in football history has a better rate or more consistency in front of goal than Lionel Messi. Messi's record of 50+ goal contributions (goals + assists) in a single season 13 times, most famously his 105 Goal Contribution in 2011-12 season.

Messi has maintained the best level of performance. His ability to score and assist with such solidity across different leagues. From his early years at Barcelona to his later success, Messi’s impact on the game has been unparalleled, making him without doubt one of the greatest players to ever play the game.

Messi's 13 Seasons with 50+ Goal Contributions:

Season Club Matches Played Goals Assists Total G/A
2008-09 Barcelona 47 Games 38 19 57
2009-10 Barcelona 53 Games 47 12 59
2010-11 Barcelona 55 Games 53 27 80
2011-12 Barcelona 60 Games 73 32 105
2012-13 Barcelona 50 Games 60 17 77
2013-14 Barcelona 46 Games 41 14 55
2014-15 Barcelona 57 Games 58 31 89
2015-16 Barcelona 49 Games 41 24 65
2016-17 Barcelona 52 Games 54 20 74
2017-18 Barcelona 54 Games 45 20 65
2018-19 Barcelona 50 Games 51 22 73
2019-20 Barcelona 44 Games 31 27 58
2020-21 Barcelona 47 Games 38 14 52

 

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