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Cristiano Ronaldo gives transfer demand to Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has demanded Al Nassr to buy his 'best friend' from the La Liga side, Real Betis in this summer transfer window.

Jun 16, 2023, 11:39 AM2 min read

Cristiano Ronaldo gives transfer demand to Al Nassr

Saudi Arabia has suddenly become an attraction for aging stars nearing retirement after Ronaldo's arrival. The Portugal international joined the Saudi Pro League club on a 2-1/2 year contract, estimated to be worth more than 200 million Euros. His contract with Manchester United got terminated after a controversial interview with broadcaster Piers Morgan, where he criticised the club's hierarchy and manager Erik Ten Hag.

Read Also: Man United Takeover: Club still negotiating sale with multiple parties

Ronaldo's former teammate Karim Benzema joined Al Ittihad after Real Madrid's 2022-23 season got over. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi was linked to Al Hilal but eventually decided to join MLS side Inter Miami. Currently, even Riyad Mahrez and Ngolo Kante are being linked to the Saudi Pro League.

Now it looks like Portuguese midfielder William Carvalho could also join Al Nassr. The 31-year-old is currently a key member of Real Betis and is under contract with the La Liga side until 2026. According to AS, Ronaldo wants Al Nassr to sign Carvalho, who has roomed with him while on international duty. The report also claims that the duo are 'best friends'.

Ronaldo's statement about Al Nassr and Saudi Pro League

After Al Nassr failed to win the league title, it was reported that Ronaldo could depart, but the veteran has decided to stay at the club. Ronaldo said, "I think the league is very good but I think we have many, many opportunities to still grow. I think the league is good, it's competitive. we have very good teams, we have very good Arab players. The infrastructure I think they need to improve a little bit more. The referees and the VAR system. They should be a little bit quicker. I think other small things they need to improve. I am happy here, I want to continue here, I will continue here."

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Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates: Alavrez's goal hands Ateltico Madrid the lead | ATM 1-0 FCB at half-time

Stay updated with Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates, scores, news and free commentary as two of the frontrunners in the chase for the 2024/25 La Liga title go head-to-head.

Mar 16, 2025, 8:53 PM1 min read

Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates, scores, news and free commentary | sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Sportz Point. Tonight we will be bringing you live updates of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match at Metropolitano.

this match probably holds the most important three points in this season's race for the Spanish League Championship. Barcelona Are just one point ahead of Atletico Madrid and a win for them might fix their position at the top of the La Liga table.

Meantime a win for Atletico Madrid would push them to the title race again and force Barcelona to slip down to number three in the points table with Real Madrid staying at the top after their win against Villarreal CF.

This is Koushik Biswas, with all the updates, stats, news and commentary of one of the most important matches of the season for you. Sit back and relax. Enjoy the coverage.

LIVE Updates

Mar 16, 2025, 8:06 PM

LIVE Score

Mar 16, 2025, 8:52 PM

First half | ATM 1-0 FCB

70000 present at the ground would be delighted to see their team leave the field with a 1-0 goal lead. 

Barcelona had the possession but Atletico defended well to give themselves a chance to score with a counter attack. 

Julian Alvarez, the goal scorer for Atletico Madrid. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:50 PM

45' | Julian Alvarez scores | ATM 1-0 FCB

Atletico Madrid breaks the deadlock. 

A long ball from Oblak initiated the attack and Griezmann's cross found Simione on the right. 

Simeone's cutback found Julian Alvarez in the middle and the Argentine striker side-footed the ball past Szczęsny for the first goal of the night. 

ATM 1-0 FCB

Mar 16, 2025, 8:47 PM

44' | Chance for Lewandowski

This is the best chance of the match so far. 

Pedri with a solid pass for Lewandowski. 

But, Lewandowski made it tough for himself after a poor first touch. 

He sends it over the crossbar. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:45 PM

41' | Lewandowski is marked down well

Atletico Madrid have been able to mark Lewandowski down. 

Raphinha's threaded pass from the Polish striker could have created a chance for Barcelona. 

But the defensive line has marked him down so well that he did not enough space to work with that ball. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:43 PM

39' | Yamal wins another foul

Yamal is brought down by Lino, again. No card though for the Atletico Madrid player. 

Yamal has been targeted by Atletico Madrid so far in the match. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:39 PM

37' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Mandava for a foul on Lamine Yamal, who was trying to make a quick run on the right flank. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:39 PM

Historic night for Oblak

Mar 16, 2025, 8:38 PM

Team Barcelona

Mar 16, 2025, 8:37 PM

34' | Loose from Lewandowski

Good pass from Olmo to find Lewandowski at the tip of the box. 

But, after a poor first touch, Lewandowski lost the ball to Le Normand. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:35 PM

31' | Pedri goes down

Raphinha did not go at the goal directly but popped the ball up for Pedri to head the ball into the goal. 

But, the Spaniard could not control the areal ball and fell down on the ground. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:33 PM

30' | Simeone is down

Even before the free-kick is taken, Simeone goes down after a slight touch from Kounde. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:32 PM

29' | Olmo wins a foul

Olmo wins a foul for Barcelona and they now have a free-kick from the edge of the box. 

Chance for the Catalan club. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:30 PM

27' | Good few minutes for Atletico

Atletico have been able to find space on the left as Lino and Julian Alvarez made a few entries in the final third. 

But, Kounde and Cubarsi have been up to the task as well,

Mar 16, 2025, 8:29 PM

26' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Kounde as he came running from behind to tackle Mandava. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:28 PM

25' | Failed cross from Raphinha

Despite being in great form, Raphinha has not scored against Atletico Madrid. 

This time his cross from left goes straight to Oblak. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:28 PM

24' | Casado on ground again

Griezmann caught Casado again as the youngster went for a shot. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:25 PM

22' | Good save from Szczęsny

Top class save from Szczęsny as Alvarez was one-on-one against him inside the box. 

However, the Argentine was offside while accepting the pass. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:24 PM

22' | Cubarsi makes a block

Cubarsi blocks a shot from Lino. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:24 PM

21' | Casado is in pain

This is the second time Casado was struck on his leg. 

This time he blocked a cross from Lino.

Another corner for Atletico. Julian Alvaraz takes it. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:22 PM

18' | Brave from Szczęsny

Brave decision from Szczęsny to come out early to clear out a threading pass from Julian Alvarez. 

It could have been a chance for Atletico. But, Szczęsny was sharp to stop that. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:20 PM

17' | Corner for Atleitco

Julian Alvarez scores for Atletico Madrid: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates, scores, news and free commentary | sportzpoint.com

For the first time, Julian Alvarez was able to drift away from the Barcelona defenders on the left. 

Casado tried to tackle him and gave away the corner. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:18 PM

14' | Lewandowski's header

Kounde's with a lobbed ball from the edge of the box and Lewandowski jumped high enough to beat the defenders.

However, he could not find the power and direction to beat Oblak there. 

Easy grab for Oblak. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:17 PM

13' | Llorente blocks a shot

Barcelona have been able to keep possession of the ball and make a quick transition from left to right as well. 

Balde's cut back this time allowed Kounde to take a chance with a right-footed shot. 

But, Llorente made a good block 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:14 PM

10' | De Paul tries his luck

Reinildo Mandava has been able to make a few runs on the left. But, Kounde has been exceptional as well down there. 

This time Mandava's run allowed De Paul to take a chance with a shot from outside of the box. 

But, just like his teammates, he was far away from the target. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:09 PM

6' | Nearly from Yamal

Mar 16, 2025, 8:08 PM

4' | Yamal in action

Lamine Yamal tried to make a quick entry from the right. But, Reinildo Mandava got the better of him. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:06 PM

2' | Simeone misses the target

Simeone after receiving a long ball from the mid-field, went for the long shot from outside of the box. 

He was far away from the target. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:03 PM

Kick-off!

Atletico Madrid kicks things off. 

They are in their retro red and white jersey.

Barcelona are their third away green kit. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:02 PM

VS RACISM!

Both teams click a picture with the "VS RACISM" poster that La Liga promoted to promote anti-racism. 

Mar 16, 2025, 8:00 PM

Players are coming out of the tunnel

Two sides are coming out to the middle for the anthem and handshakes. 

Atletico Madrid fans are chanting their anthem. 

Mar 16, 2025, 7:42 PM

Support for the visitors as well!

Mar 16, 2025, 7:41 PM

Spidey is HERE!

Mar 16, 2025, 7:31 PM

Two changes for Atletico Madrid as well!

Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates: Le Normand and Samu Lino returned to the playing XI for Diego Simeone's side | sportzpoint.com

Le Normand and Samu Lino returned to the playing XI for Diego Simeone's side. 

Mar 16, 2025, 7:29 PM

Two changes for Barceclona

Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 LIVE updates: Pau Cubarsi returned to playing XI for Barcelona | sportzpoint.com

Pau Cubarsi returned to the starting XI after getting suspended in the Champions League first leg against Benfica. Marc Casado also returned to the midfield for Hansi Flick's team.

Mar 16, 2025, 7:17 PM

Lineups | Atletico Madrid

Starting XI: J. Oblak (c), M. Llorente, R. Le Normand, C. Lenglet, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, R. de Paul, P. Barrios, S. Lino, A. Griezmann, J. Álvarez.

Subs: Antonio Gomis, Juan Musso, José María Giménez, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, César Azpilicueta, Javi Galán, Thomas Lemar, Rodrigo Riquelme, Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth.

Mar 16, 2025, 7:13 PM

Lineups | FC Barcelona

Starting XI: Szczęsny, Cubarsí, Balde, Iñigo Martínez, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Casadó, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, Koundé.

Subs: Gavi, R. Araujo, Ferran, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, Pau Víctor, F. De Jong, Eric, Kochen, H. Fort, Gerard Martín.

Mar 16, 2025, 6:35 PM

"It will be tough, but we are ready for it:" Hansi Flick

"The team seems really focused. We are looking forward to the game and it will be tough, but we are ready for it:" Hansi Flick | sportzpoint.com

"The team seems really focused. We are looking forward to the game and it will be tough, but we are ready for it:" Hansi Flick

Mar 16, 2025, 6:32 PM

"FC Barcelona is a very complete team that plays as a team in a brilliant way:" Simione

"FC Barcelona is a very complete team that plays as a team in a brilliant way:" Simione | sportzpoint.com

Mar 16, 2025, 4:30 PM

Atletico's squad for the match

Mar 16, 2025, 4:27 PM

Barcelona's squad for the match

Cubarsí, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Gavi, Ferran, ⁠Pedri, ⁠Lewandowski, Raphinha, Iñaki Peña, ⁠Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, ⁠F. De Jong, Kounde, Eric, Szczęsny, Kochen, H. Fort, and Gerard Martín

Mar 16, 2025, 2:53 PM

Last 10 meetings (all competitions)

Feb 25, 2025: Barcelona 4-4 Atletico (Copa del Rey Semi-Finals)
Dec 21, 2024: Barcelona 1-2 Atletico (La Liga)
Apr 17, 2024: Atletico 0-3 Barcelona (La Liga)
Dec 03, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Apr 23, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Jan 08, 2023: Atletico 0-1 Barcelona (La Liga)
Feb 06, 2022: Barcelona 4-2 Atletico (La Liga)
Oct 02, 2021: Atletico 2-0 Barcelona (La Liga)
May 08, 2021: Barcelona 0-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Nov 21, 2020: Atletico 1-0 Barcelona (La Liga)

Mar 16, 2025, 2:52 PM

ATM vs FCB: Head-to-head stats

Matches Played Atletico Madrid Wins Draws Barcelona Wins
244 77 57 110

 

Mar 16, 2025, 11:18 AM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match LIVE on GXR App and Website. Unfortunately, there are no television streamings for the match.

Mar 16, 2025, 11:17 AM

Match Details

Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona, LaLiga 2024 - 25

Date: 17 March. 2025

Time: 1.30 am IST

Venue: Metropolitano

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Portugal announces squad for UEFA Nations League Quarter-finals: Featuring stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes

Portugal announces their squad for the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals, featuring stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias, and Bernando Silva along with rising stars like Joao Neves and Geovany Quenda.

Mar 15, 2025, 11:12 AM2 min read

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The UEFA Nations League 2024-25 quarterfinals are knocking on the door, as Portugal have announced their squad to face Denmark in the quarterfinals.

Sporting CP's teenage striker Geovany Quenda has also earned a callup for the first time. Coach Roberto Martinez said about Geovany Quenda, "At 17, being in the National team shows his potential."

After a long absence, defender Ruben Dias has returned to the Portuguese national squad for its upcoming knockout tie against Denmark.

Expectedly, this list includes stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Rui Silva, Diogo Costa. On the other hand, some of the rising stars like Geovany Quenda and Joao Neves will power the squad depth for the 2019 Europa League winners.

Portugal announces their 26-man squad

Goalkeepers:

  • Diego Costa (FC Porto)
  • Rui Silva (Sporting Cp)
  • Jose Sa (Wolverhampton)

Defenders:

  • Diego Dalot (Manchester United)
  • Nelson Semedo (Wolverhampton)
  • Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint Germain)
  • Nuno Tavares (Lazio)
  • Goncalo Inacio (Sporting Cp)
  • Ruben Dias (Manchester City)
  • Antonio Silva (SL Benfica)
  • Renato Veiga (Juventus)

Midfielders:

  • Joao Palihinha (Bayern Munich)
  • Joao Neves (Paris Saint Germain)
  • Ruben Neves (Al-hilal)
  • Vitinha (Paris Saint Germain)
  • Bernando Silva (Manchester City)
  • Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Forward:

  • Joao Felix (AC Milan)
  • Francisco Trincao (Sporting CP)
  • Francisco Conceicao (Juventus)
  • Pedro Neto (Chelsea)
  • Geovany Quenda (Sporting CP)
  • Rafael Leao (AC Milan)
  • Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
  • Goncalo Ramos (Paris Saint Germain)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr)

Match Info

Portugal will face Denmark in a two-legged matchup in the UEFA Nations League Quarter-finals. The first leg will be hosted in Copenhagen, and the return leg will be at home for Portugal, set to take place in Lisbon.

The first leg is scheduled to be played on March 21st, whereas the return leg will be played on March 24th, 2025.

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10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League

Explore the top 10 African players with the most goals in UEFA Champions League history, featuring legends like Mohamed Salah, Didier Drogba, and Samuel Eto'o.

Mar 13, 2025, 7:12 AM6 min read

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The UEFA Champions League is the pinnacle of club football, boasting the best talent from around the globe. Over the years, African players have made a significant impact on Europe's elite competition, with many of them showcasing their skills but also finding the back of the net consistently.

From legendary strikers to dynamic wingers, this article highlights the top 10 African players with the most goals in Champions League history, celebrating their remarkable achievements on the grandest stage of European football.

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League:

Rank Player Country Goals
1 Mohamed Salah Egypt 50
2 Didier Drogba Ivory Coast 44
3 Samuel Eto'o Cameroon 30
4 Sadio Mane Senegal 27
5 Riyad Mahrez Algeria 20
6 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Gabon 17
7 Seydou Doumbia Ivory Coast 15
8

Vincent Aboubakar

Cameroon 14
9 Rabah Madjer Algeria 12
10 Sebastien Haller Ivory Coast 12

10. Sebastian Haller| 12 Goals | Ivory Coast:

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While the Ivorian found the net just 10 times in 48 games for the Hammers, he experienced a career revival at Ajax, netting an impressive 32 times in 50 games. Sebastian Haller made his Champions League debut in the 2021-22 season, scoring in his first seven games in the competition, including four in his debut against Ruben Amorim’s Sporting. Haller scored just one more UEFA Champions League goal and was given just 10 minutes in the German side’s 2024 final defeat to Real Madrid.

9. Rabah Madjer | Algeria | 12 Goals:

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Madjer is considered one of the best players in the history of Algerian football and shot to renown as a Porto player in the 1980s. He scored six goals on Porto’s first UEFA Champions League winning run, including the equalizer against Bayern Munich in the final at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion. Madjer retired in 1992 and twice managed his home country, having played in their first ever World Cup in 1982.

8. Vincent Aboubakar | 14 Goals | Cameroon: 

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Aboubakar made his UEFA Champions League debut in 2014 with Porto, scoring a goal in a 6-0 thrashing of BATE Borisov. He came back with a goal in the return fixture at home to Shakhtar and scored his first knockout goal against Basel but was an unused substitute in both quarter-final legs against Bayern Munich, including the 6-1 defeat that sent Porto out.

In the next two seasons, one spent at Porto and the other at Besiktas, Aboubakar netted six times but failed to get out of the group stage. He scored his final Champions League goals in 2017 with a brace against Monaco but was injured for the last 16 tie against Liverpool, a 5-0 defeat at the Estádio do Dragao.

7. Seydou Doumbia | 15 Goals | Ivory Coast:

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Doumbia scored 15 UEFA Champions League goals in 31 games for three different clubs in his career. He moved to Basel in 2016, scoring just once in six games before ending his European run at Sporting in the 2017-18 season. He made his debut with CSKA Moscow, scoring five times in the 2011-12 season, but never hit that height again.

6. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Gabon | 17 Goals:

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 Aubameyang primarily scored his goals with Dortmund, he managed just two for Chelsea, but Gabon’s all-time top scorer never made it past the UEFA Champions League quarter finals having twice exited at that stage in 2014 and 2017. Aubameyang is, however, the all-time top goal scorer in Europa League history, netting 34 times in 62 games.

5. Riyad Mahrez | Algeria | 20 Goals:

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Riyad Mahrez kicked things off with two goals in Leicester’s opening group match against Brugge before finding the net two more times ahead of the knockouts. He played every minute of Leicester’s knockout run but could only manage a single assist in that time. 

In the 2020-21 season, Mahrez was a crucial player on Manchester City’s run, scoring in the quarters before three goals against PSG in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. However, he could not find the net as City lost 1-0 to Chelsea in the final. By the time of the 2023 win, Mahrez had fallen down the City pecking order and stayed on the bench for the whole of the 1-0 win against Inter.

4. Sadio Mane | Senegal | 27 Goals:

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The 2019 and 2022 African Player of the Year Mane was a talisman in Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool rebuild. Joining in 2016, Mane along with Salah and Roberto Firmino combined to be a lethal front three with the Senegalese player scoring 10 goals in the 17-18 UEFA Champions League season, a figure only beaten by his team-mates and Cristiano Ronaldo. Moving to Bayern Munich in 2022, Mane struggled to replicate his Liverpool form but still scored three goals in the group stages before departing for Al-Nassr in 2023.

3. Samuel Eto'o | Cameroon | 30 Goals:

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The four-time African player of the year winner, a figure only matched by Yaya Toure, scored most of his UEFA Champions League goals for Barcelona including six in their 2005-06 triumph and four in the 2008-09 win under Pep Guardiola. Moving to Inter in 2009, Eto’o became the fourth player in history to win back-to-back Champions Leagues at different clubs and played every game in the Jose Mourinho-masterminded run. Still considered by many to be the best African player of all-time, Samuel Eto’o was a deadly mix of pace and clinical finishing.

2. Didier Drogba | Ivory Coast | 44 Goals:

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With 10 goals in 10 finals, the Ivorian was the man for the big occasion, and he made his UEFA Champions League debut with Marseille in 2003, scoring five goals in six games. Getting his move to Chelsea the following season, Drogba hit the same number in the 2004-05 campaign but managed just one goal in seven appearances the next year. 

He scored twice in the 2008 semi-final to set up a clash against rivals Manchester United, but a John Terry slip in a rain-soaked Moscow denied Chelsea their first UEFA Champions League title. But that success would come in 2012 with Drogba playing a starring role in the final.

1. Mohamed Salah | Egypt | 50 Goals:

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Considering he scored just three goals in his first 15 UEFA Champions League appearances, betting on Mohamed Salah to one day become the leading African goal-scorer would have seemed a waste of money back in 2016. Famously a second choice of Klopp – the German preferred Julian Brandt – Salah hit 10 goals in his first UEFA Champions League season at Anfield, propelling Liverpool to their first final since 2007 but an early injury caused by Sergio Ramos forced him to the sideline as Real Madrid won 3-1 in Kyiv.

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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

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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:

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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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