Bellingham scored a brace as Real Madrid made a brilliant comeback and won the first El Clasico of the season by 2-1.
Oct 28, 2023, 4:15 PM
Standing ovation for Jude Bellingham at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium after referee blows the whistle. Real Madrid clinched the first El Classico by 2-1 at the away venue.
Madrid stays top of the table with 28 points from 11 matches.
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Oct 28, 2023, 4:12 PM
In: Lucas; Out: Vini Jr.
Oct 28, 2023, 4:09 PM
Luka Modric does well to keep the ball after receiving a pass from Carvajal. He bounces the ball over Martinez's head to find Bellingham, who makes no mistake to slot the ball inside the net from point-blank range.
Trademark celebration from the Englishman and what a comeback by Real Madrid.
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Oct 28, 2023, 4:05 PM
Joselu gets the ball inside the box but he takes too much time in getting his shot away, as Inigo Martinez snatches the ball away.
Oct 28, 2023, 4:05 PM
Lamine Yamal goes for the scissor-kick the ball at goal. But Kepa saves it comfortably. Eventually, the flag goes up.
Oct 28, 2023, 4:02 PM
Barcelona are building pressure around the Real Madrid box. Lewandowski almost finds Raphinha with a through ball but Camavinga makes an excellent challenge to block the pass.
Madrid tries to break out on a counter-attack. Bellingham tried to find Vinicius Jr with a through ball but an inch-perfect tackle from Christensen takes the ball away.
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Oct 28, 2023, 3:56 PM
Lewandowski goes for a first-time shot from distance. He misses the target but not by much.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:52 PM
In: Raphinha; Out: Felix | In: Yamal; Out: Cancelo
Oct 28, 2023, 3:50 PM
Cancelo brings down Camavinga and Real Madrid has a freekick in a dangerous position
Oct 28, 2023, 3:50 PM
In: Romeu; Out: Fermin
Oct 28, 2023, 3:45 PM
What a goal this is from Bellingham. Jude scored out of nowhere and this surely deserves praise. Real Madrid were nowhere in the game and they needed a goal like this to make a comeback.
The shot beat a diving Ter Stegen and rattled the net. The Barca keeper had a touch of the ball but could not prevent it from going inside.
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Oct 28, 2023, 3:41 PM
Cancelo makes a run inside the box and does well to keep the ball despite a tackle from Camavinga. He takes a shot at goal, but it takes a deflection and goes out for a corner.
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Oct 28, 2023, 3:39 PM
In: Joselu; Out: Rodrygo | In: Modric; Out: Kroos
Oct 28, 2023, 3:37 PM
Barcelona with a slick move down the right. Cancelo goes for an early cross inside the box, hoping to find a teammate but the cross is too close to the goal keeper.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:37 PM
In: Lewandowski; Out: Torres
Oct 28, 2023, 3:35 PM
Kroos with a grounded strike but Ter Stegen catches it comfortably.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:30 PM
In: Camavinga; Out: Mendy
Oct 28, 2023, 3:27 PM
Fermin provides an excellent cross inside the box and Inigo Martinez gets a header away at goal. The effort hits the post, despite the Madrid keeper diving at full-stretch. Then Araujo goes for a shot but Kepa denies it.
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Oct 28, 2023, 3:25 PM
Rodrygo makes a run at goal aand goes for a shot on the volley but his effort does not trouble Ter Stegen.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:21 PM
The second-half kicks-off!
Oct 28, 2023, 3:07 PM
Half-time at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium. Barcelona are on the lead after GündoÄan scored his first career goal for Barcelona.
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Oct 28, 2023, 3:07 PM
Ferran with a nasty tackle on Vinicius to stop a Madrid counter. He sees the yellow card.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:07 PM
Araujo swings in a dangerous cross inside the box but Rudiger makes a timely clearance for a Barca corner.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:02 PM
Kroos goes for a shot from outside the box but it takes a deflection and trickles down to Ter Stegen.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:02 PM
Gavi slows the game again by stopping Bellingham.
Oct 28, 2023, 3:02 PM
Joao Felix has a chance to make something as he gets the ball and makes a run inside the Madrid box. He goes for the shot but its is blocked
Oct 28, 2023, 2:56 PM
Carvajal brings down Kroos' diagonal on the right side of the Barca box. He takes a shot from a tight angle but hits the side netting.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:55 PM
He once again tried to score a banger just like he did against Real Madrid in the pre season but it goes wide this time.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:51 PM
Ferran tries to cross from the right but it is intercepted by Alaba. Barcelona does well to keep the ball and stitch an attack again but ultimately Real Madrid survived.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:48 PM
Felix showed lovely feet to get the better of his marker. For a moment, he looked to be clear on goal but Caravajal made an excellent recovery and slid in to snatch the ball from him. Barcelona want a free kick but the referee waved the play to continue.
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Oct 28, 2023, 2:44 PM
Barcelona at their best at this moment. Real Madrid are waiting patiently for an opening.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:41 PM
The goal scorer is down. A nasty foul by the Real Madrid midfielder.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:40 PM
Rudiger goes for a shot from the distance but it goes wide. Earlier Vini and Bellingham tried to create something but Barcelona's defence is giving their peak performance until now.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:34 PM
Sloppy defending from Madrid again. Gavi snatches the ball from Kroos and the ball falls to FermÃn who shoots at the near-post. He beats Kepa but his shot rattles the woodwork and comes back into play. FermÃn and the post, it's a never-ending love story
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Oct 28, 2023, 2:31 PM
Carvajal tries to win the ball of Joao Felix, buts concedes a foul in the process.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:30 PM
Oct 28, 2023, 2:28 PM
Real Madrid are just unable to hold on to the ball. They are losing it so casually. Meanwhile, Barcelona are looking more confident on or off the ball.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:24 PM
Ä°lkay GündoÄan scores his first goal for Barcelona. He is a true big match player. Horrible defending from Real Madrid. Real Madrid's backline is all over the place. Alaba is too slow to react and his sliding challenge is late as Gundogan slots the ball past Kepa with a clinical finish.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:23 PM
Madrid are pressing high but the host keeping the ball comfortably.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:23 PM
Bellingham intercepted the pass from Christensen and went for the attack through the left wing. Barcelona defenders found their shape back and pushed Bellingham to earn a goal kick.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:17 PM
The La Liga 2023-24 season's first El Clasico has kicked off at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium.
Oct 28, 2023, 2:14 PM
The players are coming out of the tunnel.
Oct 28, 2023, 1:59 PM
Players are warming up. Match starts in 15 minutes
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Oct 28, 2023, 1:07 PM
Ter Stegen (gk); Balde, I.Martinez, Christensen, Araujo; Fermin, Gavi, Gundogan; Felix, Ferran, Cancelo
ð¨ BARÃA XI ð¨#ElClásico pic.twitter.com/VVPNBddSNt
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) October 28, 2023
Kepa (gk); Mendy, Alaba, Rudiger, Carvajal; Tchouameni, Valverde, Kroos; Vinicius, Bellingham, Rodrygo
ðâ Our #ElClásico starting XI is here! pic.twitter.com/o2vAYD3R7o
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Oct 28, 2023, 12:51 PM
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Barcelona will face Real Madrid at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Saturday for the first El Classico of the La Liga 2023-24 season. The host has 51 home La Liga wins over Real Madrid. This match will not take place at Camp Nou due to the renovation work.
Oct 28, 2023, 12:33 PM
The previous La Liga fixture between Barcelona and Real Madrid played on March 19, 2023. It was finished as 2-1 in favor of Xavi Hernandez's side, after a late winner from Franck Kessie.
Oct 28, 2023, 12:32 PM
Barcelona: Ter Stegen, Joao Cancelo, Balde, R.Araujo, I.Martinez, Gavi, Ferran, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Inaki Pena, Joao Felix, Christensen, Marcos.A, Romeu, Gundogan, Kounde, Astralaga, Lamine Yamal, M.Casado, Fermin, Cubarsi, Marc Guiu, H.Fort
Real Madrid: Lunin, Kepa, Pineiro, Carvajal, Alaba, Nacho, Lucas.V, Fran Garcia, Rudiger, F.Mendy, Bellingham, Kroos, Modric, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Vini jr, Rodrygo, Joselu, Brahim
Oct 28, 2023, 12:29 PM
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"He's okay, he's done the training with good feelings, but I won't advance anything here. I'm not going to give a single clue."
Oct 28, 2023, 12:24 PM
Matches: 254
Barcelona won: 100
Draws: 52
Real Madrid won: 102
Oct 28, 2023, 12:24 PM
Real Madrid stays at the top after Bellingham scored a brace to make a comeback possible in the first El Classico of the La Liga 2023-24. Bellingham has already scored three added-time winners for Madrid. No player scored more than two in the 21st century. Barcelona's unbeaten start to the season finally comes to an end.
Despite missing several of their best players due to injury Barça thoroughly outplayed Madrid for 60 minutes and deserved a lot more from the game. Madrid were slow to get going and at times struggled to summon much of a goal threat, but Bellingham is just different. He scored a magical equalizer and then scored like a striker to help Los Blancos make the comeback possible.
The Blaugranas needed just six minutes to score first, as Gündogan tried a one-two with Ferran Torres at the edge of the box and won the ball off David Alaba in the box and calmly finished it through Kepa Arrizabalaga's legs.
Modric's presence in the second half changed a lot for Real Madrid. The first goal for Real Madrid came out of nowhere and Real Madrid are known for taking advantage of any chances and Bellingham took it. He scored a banger to make a comeback and then it was a classic Real Madrid comeback.
"We dominated for 60 minutes, but football is this - if you don't score the second goal, Madrid can do this. We needed five or six chances to score one, Madrid had three and took two. Our set up was good, we had patience, and made chances. We deserved the victory, from my point of view. But if you let Madrid off the hook, they can kill you," Xavi said after the match.
Also Read: El Clasico: Head to Head Stats
Oct 28, 2023, 12:24 PM
Matches: 186
Barcelona won: 74
Draws: 35
Real Madrid won: 77
Oct 28, 2023, 12:24 PM
Date: 28th October, 2023 (Saturday)
Venue: Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain
Time: 7:45 pm (IST)
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Who has scored the most goals in the 21st century? In this article, we present to you the top 13 highest-scoring footballers of the 21st century. Check where Messi and Ronaldo stand.
The 21st century has been a golden age for football, filled with breathtaking talents and goal-scoring giants. It gave us the legends whose legacy can never be matched, and moments to cherish for the longest time.
The footballers indeed took this sport to another level, shaping the modern era with passion and brilliance. Join us as we count down the highest-scoring footballers in the 21st century, celebrating their remarkable journey.
Securing the 13th position is Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar with 408 goals in 738 matches. He made his international debut in 2006 and was widely known for his lethal finishing. He reached the 2010 World Cup Final, where they ended up as runners-up.
Huntelaar won multiple Dutch Cups and Eredivisie titles for Ajax. He had a rollercoaster-like club journey, with his stints for AC Milan and Real Madrid. He later became a fan favourite for FC Schalke 04, where he was the Bundesliga's top scorer in 2011-12.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | International Matches | Country Goals |
| 662 | 366 | 76 | 42 |
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Cameroon's iconic striker and all-time leading goal-scorer, Samuel Eto'o, holds the 12th spot with 424 goals in 872 matches, after his international debut in 1997.
From winning an Olympic gold medal in 2000 to leading the Indomitable Lions to back-to-back Africa Cup of Nations (2000, 2002) and winning 3 La Liga titles and 2 Champions League titles (2006, 2009) for Barcelona, he has done it all.
He then moved to Inter Milan and achieved a historic treble in 2010, winning Serie A, the Coppa Italia, and another Champions League under Jose Mourinho. Samuel is the only player to win back-to-back trebles with different clubs.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 754 | 368 | 118 | 56 |
The former Spanish footballer, David Villa, holds the 10th position with 426 goals in 827 matches. He made his international debut in 2005 and has been unstoppable ever since. He was a crucial part of Spain's 2010 World Cup triumph, where his 5 goals made him a joint top scorer.
Villa also found immense success in his club career, where he won numerous titles for Barcelona, including the UEFA Champions League in 2011 and 2 La Liga titles. He also won another La Liga title with Atletico Madrid.
Additionally, he holds the record of being Spain's all-time top scorer, which is unmatched even years after his retirement (in 2019).
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 729 | 367 | 98 | 59 |
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Sergio Aguero is an impressive Argentinian footballer who made his international debut in 2006, scoring 426 goals in 786 matches.
He won the 2021 Copa America with the national team, but unfortunately missed the chance to be a part of the World Cup-winning squad of 2022.
He became an icon for Manchester City, transforming into the leading goal-scorer, who played a key part in securing their first Premier League title in 44 years in 2012.
After that famous victory, he never looked back and went on to win 6 Premier League titles, 6 League Cups, and one FA Cup. He also holds the most Premier League hat-tricks (12 times).
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 685 | 385 | 101 | 41 |
Read Also: Football facts: Players with the most Champions League finals without winning it ever.
Neymar is the only Brazilian footballer to make it to the top 10 of this list, with 442 goals in 731 matches. After his international debut in 2010, he quickly became the face of the national team.
He is now Brazil's all-time leading scorer, surpassing legendary Pele's long-standing record.
Neymar led Brazil to win an Olympic gold medal in 2016 and won the Confederations Cup in 2013. He also did brilliantly at club level, playing for Barcelona and PSG, and later moving to Al-Hilal and Santos.
Neymar is hands down the most exciting and effective attacker of his generation, who is equally fun to watch!
Read Also | Football facts: Brazil fails without Neymar! These stats prove that.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | International Matches | Country Goals |
| 603 | 363 | 128 | 79 |
The Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani, who debuted internationally in 2008, scored 456 goals in 865 matches, which earned him the deserved spot here. He played a key role in Uruguay's 2011 Copa America win.
His scoring rate and passion made him the leading goal-scorer for Paris Saint-Germain (a record later surpassed by Kylian Mbappe). During his time at PSG, he won a collection of trophies, including six Ligue 1 titles, four French Cups, and five French League Cups.
Cavani also had successful spells at Napoli, Manchester United, and Valencia.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | International Matches | Country Goals |
| 729 | 398 | 136 | 58 |
Breaking into the top goalscorers and finally breaking his much-discussed trophy drought is England's captain, Harry Kane, with an impressive 461 goals in 714 appearances.
After his debut in 2015, he quickly established himself due to his all-around striking ability, pinpoint passing, and other skills.
For years, Kane's individual excellence, including winning multiple Premier League Golden Boots, was paired with an absence of team silverware. This narrative finally changed in 2025, after his transfer to Bayern Munich, where he played a pivotal role in their dominant 2024-25 Bundesliga title win.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | International Matches | Country Goals |
| 607 | 388 | 107 | 73 |
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France and Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema is currently the sixth in the list of highest scoring footballers in the 21st century. One part of the famous B-B-C trio of Real Madrid, Benzema, is the second-highest goal scorer in Real Madrid's history.
Till now, in his club career, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner and five-time UEFA Champions League winner has scored 458 goals in 858 matches.
For France, before hanging up his international boots, he had scored 37 times in 97 appearances for Les Bleus.
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| Club Matches | Club Goals | International Matches | Country Goals |
| 858 | 458 | 97 | 37 |
Entering the Top 5 of highest scoring footballers in the 21st century is the Swedish maestro Zlatan Ibrahimovic with 558 goals in 949 matches. He was widely recognised for his boldness, acrobatic finishes and lively personality.
In his 10 years for Sweden (2006-2016), he became the top scorer with 62 goals, most likely to remain unmatched for a long time. He represented his nation in multiple World Cups and European Cups.
Zlatan won league titles with Ajax, Inter Milan, Barcelona, AC Milan, and PSG. He also had a notable spell at Manchester United, winning the Europa League.
Moving on to his legendary individual records, he won the FIFA Puskas Award in 2013 for his phenomenal overhead kick against England. He is also the only player to score 50 Serie A goals for both Inter Milan and AC Milan.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Matches |
| 827 | 496 | 122 | 62 |
Uruguay's all-time leading goalscorer, Luis Suarez, makes his way to fourth rank with 574 goals in 972 matches. Known for his incredible skills and finishing, he was always a central figure in his nation's success since his debut in 2007.
Suarez won the 2011 Copa America and helped them reach the WTC semi-final in 2010. His club career is equally impressive. After winning the Dutch Cup with Ajax, he moved to Liverpool, becoming a Premier League top-scorer and earning a European Golden Shoe.
His prime time arrived at Barcelona, where he formed a fearsome attacking trio with Messi and Neymar. With Barcelona, he won La Liga titles, the Copa del Rey trophy, as well as the Champions League in 2015.
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| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 829 | 505 | 143 | 69 |
Coming in at no. 3 is the Polish goal-machine, Robert Lewandowski, with 695 goals in 981 matches. He swiftly became his nation's all-time top scorer with the kind of positioning skills and consistency he has.
He made his international debut in 2008 and became one of the most celebrated Polish footballers of this century. He won two Bundesliga titles at Borussia Dortmund and later moved to Bayern Munich, where he cemented his status as one of the greatest strikers.
Lewandowski holds astonishing goal-scoring records, such as surpassing Gerd Muller's record for most goals in a single Bundesliga season (41 goals in 2020-21) and became the tournament's leading foreign scorer.
He also won two consecutive European Golden Shoes and 2 FIFA Best Men's Player awards.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 823 | 610 | 158 | 85 |
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Probably the most anticipated name on the list, Argentina's golden boy, Lionel Messi, holds the 2nd position with a staggering 866 goals in 1108 matches. Having made his international debut in 2005, he had a career full of greatness, which shaped the modern era of football.
From Copa America glory to the 2022 World Cup triumph, which made the dreams of millions come true, there is not a single title left for him to fill his cabinet. He spent the majority of his career at the club level at Barcelona, becoming their all-time leading scorer.
Messi's unimaginable dribbling and scoring prowess earned him eight Ballon d'Or awards (which is the most by any player) and six European Golden Shoes. He also holds the record for most goals in a calendar year (91 in 2012).
It is really difficult to put the legacy of the greatest of all time into words and summarise in a couple of paragraphs!
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| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 853 | 754 | 193 | 112 |
Read Also: Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History (Updated)
Crowning the list as the highest scoring footballer in the 21st century is Portugal's indomitable Cristiano Ronaldo with 938 goals in 1281 matches. Following his debut in 2003, he was unstoppable and reached heights with his scoring talent.
He led Portugal to their first major international title (UEFA European Championship) in 2016 and followed it with the Nations League in 2019 and 2025. At club level, he won multiple titles with Manchester United, and later moved to Real Madrid, where he became the leading scorer.
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Ronaldo's hunger for goals saw him achieve five Ballon d'Or awards and four European Golden Shoes.
His fitness and dedication to this game help him maintain an elite level of goal scoring in his late 30s, making him one of the greatest in the history of this sport.
| Club Matches | Club Goals | Country Matches | Country Goals |
| 1060 | 800 | 221 | 138 |
Lionel Messi, with his stunning free-kick goal against FC Porto for Inter Miami in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, has now moved up to the third position in the top 10 list of most free-kick goals in football history.
Free kicks or set pieces are one of the most effective methods to score a goal. However, it is also the hardest thing in football. But be it from outside the box or 30 yards from the box, free-kicks are one of the most beautiful things to watch in football when done correctly.
In this article, today we will list the player with the most free-kick goals in football history.
This is a regular question asked in football quizzes. To give your answer, it is Juninho Pernambucano from Brazil who has scored the most free-kick goals. He has scored 77 free-kick goals in his career.
Whenever one discusses any football record, you can not leave Messi and Ronaldo out of it. At least, the fans can not leave it out. So, who has scored the most free-kick goals? Messi or Ronaldo?
Lionel Messi has overtaken Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of the most free-kick goals scored. Messi now has 66 free-kick goals, whereas Cristiano has 64 free-kick goals.
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If we break down the records of both Messi and Ronaldo, Messi has only 5 Champions League goals from the dead ball, and Ronaldo has 12. Messi has scored 57 free-kick goals in his club career, while Ronaldo has 53 against his name.
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The Premier League is said to be one of the toughest places to play football. Many greats have failed in the Premier League; however, many have flourished in the league as a legend of the game.
David Beckham has scored the most goals by a free-kick in Premier League history. He has scored as many as 18 times from the dead ball in his Premier League career.
Here is the list of players with the most free-kick goals in the Premier League-
Read Also: Most Free-Kick Goals In Premier League
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Known as the magnificent 7, Juninho was the best when it came to scoring from a dead-ball situation. The former Olympique Lyonnais legend and midfielder scored as many as 77 goals from set-pieces. Juninho is considered the greatest free-kick taker of all time.
He was also the inventor of the knuckle-ball technique shoots as well.
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The king of football, Pele, has scored 70 goals from set pieces. Pele could bend the ball both ways with fierce power.
Moreover, his immense game knowledge to out-think the goalkeeper helped him net the ball more often than not. The Brazilian striker's 1,279 goals in 1,363 games, which include friendlies, are recognised as a Guinness World Record.
There is hardly any top 10 attacking list or record in football where you will not find the Argentine maestro, Lionel Messi. Although before 2014, Messi was not considered prolific from the dead ball, he has just proved everyone wrong with his free-kick record since then.
Till now, the Argentinian legend has scored 68 free-kick goals. 57 of those have come for the clubs he has played and 11 for Argentina.
More than that, Messi now has scored a free-kick in every 16.3 match, which speaks volumes for his accuracy from the deadball position.
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The Argentine from the 1970s is considered to be the greatest player in Mendoza football. Along with his stunning shooting ability, Victor was known for his 12 Olympic Goals for Argentina as well. There is a stadium named after him in Argentina.
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The magician from Brazil was brilliant from any position. Ronaldinho had everything as a footballer. Hence, having the skill to net the ball from a distance was also in his armoury. The Brazilian legend scored 66 goals from set-pieces in his career.
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The famous phrase, "Bend it like Beckham", suggests how good Beckham was when it came to scoring from a free-kick. Beckham scored 65 goals from set-pieces in his career. His free-kick to take England to the 2002 FIFA World Cup is still cherished as one of the best moments in English football.
Read Also: Erling Haaland: Top 10 fastest to 20 UEFA Champions League goals
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With his latest free-kick goal in the Saudi Pro League 2024 against Al-Fayha FC, Ronaldo has now moved to the seventh position in the most free-kick goals list. The Portuguese legend now has 64 free-kick goals against his name. With this free-kick goal, Ronaldo now has scored a free-kick goal every season since 2003-04.
Ronaldo till now has scored 53 free-kick goals for the clubs he has featured for and 11 for his national team, Portugal. He has now scored a free-kick in every 20.0 games.
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The legend of Argentine football is one of the best in the history of the game. Maradona scored nearly 20% of his career goals with free-kicks. His free-kick against Juventus for Napoli is known as the 'Divine Free-Kick'. Diego scored 62 goals from set pieces in his career.
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Brazilian legend Zico scored 62 free-kick goals in his career. He was very accurate in his shooting skills. Zico is considered one of the world's best players of the late 1970s and early 1980s. The attacking midfielder was very accurate with his kicks. Along with his accuracy, his languid run-up was very famous in his era.
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The former Barcelona player and manager is known as one of the highest-scoring defenders of all time. The Dutch defensive midfielder also had his share of success with Ajax.
Koeman has scored nearly 25% of his goals with free-kicks. He is one of the high-scoring defenders in his era. Koeman scored 215 goals in his career and is one of the highest-scoring defenders ever.
To the shock of everyone, Ceni was a goalkeeper and he has scored 59 goals from dead-ball situations in his career. Ceni is the highest-scoring goalkeeper in the history of the game. He has scored 131 goals in his career.
Except for one goal, all of them came from penalties and free-kicks. The Brazilian played for 25 years, most of that for São Paulo.
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Marcelinho is nicknamed "Pé-de-Anjo" for his accuracy with free-kicks. The attacking midfielder from Brazil has collected more trophies with Corinthians than any other player in their history. However, Marcelinho failed to feature in any World Cup matches for Brazil. Marcelinho has 505 goals in his career.
From champions to individual dominance, get the ultimate guide to the FIFA Club World Cup's history. Dive into a complete list of past winners, top scorers, most successful teams in this prestigious global tournament.
What does it truly mean to be a world champion club? The FIFA Club World Cup provides the answer, pitting the best against one another in a quest for global dominance.
As the 21st edition of Club World Cup is ongoing, with highly competitive and strong clubs fighting for the ultimate glory, it is time to look back at the history of this tournament.
This article will explore all the past winners, top scorers, most successful teams, all at once.
The FIFA Club World Cup, a tournament designed to crown the world's best club team, first took place in 2000. It then paused for several years, from 2001 through 2004, before returning as an annual event.
Now, 2025 marks the beginning of an entirely new era for the Club World Cup, featuring an expanded format and a fresh vision for global club football.
Check out the past winners list below:
| Year | Host | Winner | Score | Runners-up |
| 2000 | Brazil | Corinthians |
0-0 (4-3 p) |
Vasco da Gama |
| 2005 | Japan | Sao Paulo |
1-0 |
Liverpool |
| 2006 | Japan | Internacional |
1-0 |
Barcelona |
| 2007 | Japan | AC Milan |
4-2 |
Boca Juniors |
| 2008 | Japan | Manchester United |
1-0 |
LDU Quito |
| 2009 | United Arab Emirates | Barcelona |
2-1 |
Estudiantes |
| 2010 | United Arab Emirates | Inter Milan |
3-0 |
TP Mazembe |
| 2011 | Japan | Barcelona |
4-0 |
Santos |
| 2012 | Japan | Corinthians |
1-0 |
Chelsea |
| 2013 | Morocco | Bayern Munich |
2-0 |
Raja CA |
| 2014 | Morocco | Real Madrid |
2-0 |
San Lorenzo |
| 2015 | Japan | Barcelona |
3-0 |
River Plate |
| 2016 | Japan | Real Madrid |
4-2 |
Kashima Antlers |
| 2017 | United Arab Emirates | Real Madrid |
1-0 |
Gremio |
| 2018 | United Arab Emirates | Real Madrid |
4-1 |
Al-Ain |
| 2019 | Qatar | Liverpool |
1-0 |
Flamengo |
| 2020 | Qatar | Bayern Munich |
1-0 |
UANL |
| 2021 | United Arab Emirates | Chelsea |
2-1 |
Palmeiras |
| 2022 | Morocco | Real Madrid |
5-3 |
Al-Hilal |
| 2023 | Saudi Arabia | Manchester City |
4-0 |
Fluminense |
Here comes the elite list where individual dominance shines:
| Player | Position | Teams | Seasons | Goals |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Centre-Forward | Manchester United, Real Madrid | 4 | 7 |
| Karim Benzema | Centre-Forward | Real Madrid, Al-Ittihad | 6 | 6 |
| Gareth Bale | Right Winger | Real Madrid | 3 | 6 |
| Cesar Delgado | Right Winger | CF Monterrey | 3 | 5 |
| Lionel Messi | Right Winger | Barcelona | 4 | 5 |
| Luis Suarez | Centre-Forward | Barcelona | 2 | 5 |
Real Madrid holds the tag of most successful team in FIFA Club World Cup history with 5 titles. Check out the other clubs that follow:
From World Cup to continental championships, discover the titans of global football and their achievements. We bring you the football teams with most international trophies with Argentina leading the pack. Check out who joins them.
In the sphere of international football, legacy is not built on sentiment but on unmatched achivement. What truly counts for a national team are the trophies won at the global stage, leaving everyone behind in the race!
This list will provide you an overview of the football teams with most international trophies. Read the full article to know about their dominance in the world of football.
Argentina stands as the titan in international football, having 23 trophies in their cabinet, with a rich legacy shaped by raw talent and passionate play.
Their identity is deeply rooted in the genius of legendary players such as Diego Maradona, whose individual brilliance almost single-handedly sealed the 1986 World Cup, and Lionel Messi, who finally cemented his legacy in 2022 World Cup after years of carrying the team's hope.
These players, along with Alfredo Di Stefano and Gabriel Batistuta have contributed to their style of play.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 3 | 1978, 1986, 2022 |
| Copa America | 16 | 1921, 1925, 1927, 1929, 1937, 1941, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1955, 1957, 1959, 1991, 1993, 2021, 2024 |
| Confederations Cup | 1 | 1992 |
| CONMEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions | 2 | 1993, 2022 |
| Panamerican Championship | 1 | 1960 |
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One of the greatest footballing nations, Brazil, holds 20 international trophies in their stunning cabinet. They are widely recognised as a nation that produce players who redefine the sport.
Legendary figures like Pele, Garrincha, and modern maestros like Ronaldinho and Romario, have all contributed to Brazil's success in achieving this milestone. Their contributions have not been just about winning, but about entertaining and inspiring.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 5 | 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002 |
| Copa America | 9 | 1919, 1922, 1949, 1989, 1997, 1999, 2004, 2007, 2019 |
| Panamerican Championship | 2 | 1952, 1956 |
| Confederations Cup | 4 | 1997, 2005, 2009, 2013 |
Uruguay possesses a truly remarkable legacy in international football, regardless of its small population. They are just one trophy away to reach enter the twenties in their international trophies count, with 19 so far.
Legendary players like Obdulio Varela and Alcides Ghiggia, who had immense contribution in 1950 World Cup win, and more recently, Diego Forlan and Luis Suarez, have all profoundly shaped Uruguay's rich footballing narrative.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 2 | 1930,1950 |
| Copa America | 15 | 1916, 1917, 1920, 1923, 1924, 1926, 1935, 1942, 1956, 1959, 1967, 1983, 1987, 1995, 2011 |
| Panamerican Games | 2 | 2015, 1983 |
Mexico holds a proud legacy as the dominant force in CONCACAF football, known for their passionate fan base, technical prowess, and ability to frequently challenge stronger nations.
Hugo Sanchez, Rafael Marquez, and Cuauhtemoc Blanco, are some names served in achieving the 14 international trophies.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| CONCACAF Championship/Gold Cup | 12 | 1965, 1971, 1977, 1993, 1996, 1998, 2003, 2009, 2011, 2015, 2019, 2023 |
| CONCACAF Nations League | 1 | 2025 |
| Confederations Cup | 1 | 1999 |
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The USA has steadily built a legacy of growing competitiveness and professionalism, establishing itself as a successful team within the CONCACAF region.
Players like Landon Donovan, Clint Dempsey, and Tim Howard, have elevated the team's standing and inspired a new generation of American footballers. They currently hold the 5th place with 10 international trophies.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| CONCACAF Championship/ Gold Cup | 7 | 1991, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2013, 2017, 2021 |
| CONCACAF Nations League | 3 | 2021, 2023, 2024 |
France holds the sixth place with 8 international trophies achivement elegantly with the efforts of world-class players and athletic brilliance. From Michel Platini of the 1980s to Kylian Mbappe, an explosive forward who's carrying the winning legacy in recent years, this team have come a long way.
Their contributions have led to some historic victories that shaped French football.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 2 | 1998, 2018 |
| European Championship | 2 | 1984, 2000 |
| European Nations League | 1 | 2021 |
| CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions | 1 | 1985 |
| Confederations Cup | 2 | 2001, 2003 |
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Germany's legacy in international football is built on resilience, discipline and strong winning mentality. They have won 8 international trophies which gracefully shine in their cabinet.
Legendary players like Franz Beckenbauer, the elegant "Der Kaiser" who revolutionized the sweeper role; Gerd Muller, the prolific striker; and Lothar Matthaus, a midfield powerhouse, have shaped the team's consistent success.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 4 | 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014 |
| European Championship | 3 | 1972, 1980, 1996 |
| Confederations Cup | 1 | 2017 |
Egypt holds an unparalleled legacy as the most successful nation in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations, having great consistency and dominance on the continental stage.
The "Pharaohs" are known for their tactical discipline, and ability to perform under pressure in crucial matches, which brought them 7 international trophies.
The most memorable victory for Egypt was their achievement of winning three consecutive Africa Cup of Nations titles in 2006, 2008, and 2010, a feat that cemented their status as the kings of African football.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| Africa Cup of Nations | 7 | 1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010 |
Spain's legacy in international football is linked to their "tiki-taka" style, a philosophy of possession-based, intricate passing football that brought unparallaled success.
This approach led to an era of consistent dominance, including a historic treble from 2008 to 2012. Legendary figures like Xavi, Andres Iniesta, and Iker Casillas were instrumental in this golden age.
Recently, the new generation talents like Lamine Yamal and Pedri, has emerged, further contributing to add up the numbers of their international trophies, which currently counts to 6.
| Tournamanet | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 1 | 2010 |
| European Championship | 4 | 1964, 2008, 2012, 2024 |
| European Nations League | 1 | 2023 |
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Italy won 6 international trophies in their football journey, with four World Cup wins among them. They have the capability to rise when it matters most for the nation.
Legendary players like Paolo Maldini, Gianluigi Buffon, and others have left an incredible mark on the history of team's success. The 2006 FIFA World Cup remains a memorable victory where the Azzurri peaked.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| World Cup | 4 | 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006 |
| European Championship | 2 | 1968, 2020 |
New Zealand won 6 international trophies and all of them were OFC Nations Cup wins, reflecting their dominance within the Oceania confederation. Their strong team spirit and discipline gets them the ability to qualify for the World Cup despite being a smaller footballing nation.
Their qualification for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, where they remained undefeated in the group stage, drawing all 3 of their matches against strong opponents, stands as a particularly memorable achievement.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| OFC Nations Cup | 6 | 1973, 1998, 2002, 2008, 2016, 2024 |
Cameroon, known as the "Indomitable Lions," has forged a legacy as one of Africa's most successful footballing nations. They have achieved 5 international trophies so far, and are in own by their raw power, athleticism, and a fearless, adventurous approach to the game.
The 1990 FIFA World Cup remains their most memorable victory, where they shocked reigning champions Argentina in the opening match and became the first African team to reach the quarter-finals, with their commendable performances.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| Africa Cup of Nations | 5 | 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002, 2017 |
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Australia, also known as "Socceroos," have evolved from a dominant force in Oceania to a competitive presence in Asia and a consistent participant on the global stage of football.
They have won 5 international trophies so far, with players like Harry Kewell and Mark Viduka being the central to their footballing journey.
A standout memorable victory for Australia was winning the AFC Asian Cup on home soil in 2015, that increased their status as a leading footballing nation within the Asian confederation.
| Tournament | Count | Years |
| Asian Cup | 1 | 2015 |
| OFC Nations Cup | 4 | 1980, 1996, 2000, 2004 |
Cristiano Ronaldo, till now, has won 36 major trophies in his career, among which two came for Portugal and the rest for his clubs. Today, in this article, we will discuss every single trophy Cristiano Ronaldo has won in his career.
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest football players and goal scorers ever, has won 36 trophies in his senior career so far. The Portuguese legend is among the top 10 football players with the most trophies in history as well.
Ronaldo, till now, has won 17 different trophies in his career, and among them, two are with his country, Portugal. Today, in this article, we will discuss every single trophy Cristiano Ronaldo has won in his career.
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Ronaldo got the taste of winning a trophy with Portugal on only three occasions so far. In the historic and emotional 2016 European Championship, he was able to lift the trophy, despite being sidelined for the most amount of time due to a knee injury in the final.
Éder's lone goal helped Portugal lift the EURO 2016 and Ronaldo lift his first international trophy with Portugal.
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Ronaldo's second international trophy came three years after that European success. In the UEFA Nations League 2019 final, Goncalo Guedes scored the lone goal for Portugal against the Netherlands to lift the inaugural Nations League title.
Ronaldo then became the oldest player to score in a Nations League final as Portugal won their second UEFA Nations League in 2025, becoming the first team to do so. They defeated Spain in the penalties to win the title.
| International Trophy | Year |
| European Championship | 2016 |
| UEFA Nations League | 2019, 2025 |
One of the most successful players ever, Cristiano Ronaldo, won trophies across three major European Leagues. He won his first-ever trophy in 2003, with Sporting CP, by lifting the Portuguese Super Cup.
His winning momentum then reached a great high at Manchester United as he went on to win 3 Premier League titles, 1 UEFA Champions League title, 2 English League Cups, 1 English Super Cup, the FA Cup and FIFA Club World Cup for the Red Devils.
But, Ronaldo's success reached its peak when he joined Real Madrid for then a record fee of €94 million. With Real Madrid, Ronaldo won another four Champions League titles, which made him one of the most successful players in the tournament's history.
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Not only that, he also went on to win 2 La Liga titles, 3 FIFA Club World Cups, 2 UEFA Super Cups and two Spanish Cups and Spanish Super Cups.
However, Ronaldo did not stop there as he went on to conquer Italy with Juventus. With Juventus, Ronaldo won 2 Serie A titles, 2 Italian Super Cups and one Italian Cup.
In all, Ronaldo till now has won 33 club trophies in his career. His last club trophy came with Al-Nassr when he won the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023.
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| # | Achievement | Year(s) | Club/National Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | European Champion | 2016 | Portugal |
| 2 | Champions League Winner | 2017/18, 2016/17, 2015/16, 2013/14, 2007/08 | Real Madrid, Manchester United |
| 3 | FIFA Club World Cup Winner | 2018, 2017, 2015, 2009 | Real Madrid, Manchester United |
| 4 | English Champion | 2008/09, 2007/08, 2006/07 | Manchester United |
| 5 | Spanish Champion | 2016/17, 2011/12 | Real Madrid |
| 6 | Italian Champion | 2019/20, 2018/19 | Juventus FC |
| 7 | UEFA Supercup Winner | 2017/18, 2016/17, 2014/15 | Real Madrid |
| 8 | Winner UEFA Nations League | 2019, 2025 | Portugal |
| 9 | English FA Cup Winner | 2004 | Manchester United |
| 10 | Spanish Cup Winner | 2013/14, 2010/11 | Real Madrid |
| 11 | Italian Cup Winner | 2020/21 | Juventus FC |
| 12 | English League Cup Winner | 2009, 2006 | Manchester United |
| 13 | Spanish Super Cup Winner | 2017/18, 2012/13 | Real Madrid |
| 14 | Italian Super Cup Winner | 2020/21, 2018/19 | Juventus FC |
| 15 | English Super Cup Winner | 2007/08 | Manchester United |
| 16 | Portuguese Super Cup Winner | 2003 | Sporting CP |
| 17 | Arab Club Champions Cup | 2023 | Al-Nassr |
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