Most assists in football by active players

Football is a beautiful game and it excites every fan around the world when their favorite team or favorite player scores a goal. Sometimes those players score alone with their own efforts. However, in the majority of times providing the key pass into the goal-scoring positions takes a lot of thinking and decision making. The pinpoint accurate cross or pass determines the exact probability of a goal. A well-timed pass can change the whole aspect of the match and turn things around. In terms of providing these vital assists, there are some big names coming up on our list. So let us have a look at the Most assists in football by active players (Club + Country)

Most assists in football by active players are:

#1. Lionel Messi - (362 assists)

The Argentine magician has seen a drop in his statistics since his departure from Barcelona. Messi's performance in Paris Saint-Germain is yet not explosive, however, he still managed to find the net. But looking back at his Barcelona days, Lionel Messi is such a man who finds space from the tiniest opportunities. Lionel Messi has 311 assists for all clubs and 51 assists for National Team. Messi not only made records by scoring amazing goals, but he also provided a huge number of assists to his teammates because of his playmaking abilities.

#2. Thomas Muller - (283 assists)

Bayern Munich's creative Maestro comes at the first spot after his contributions to both Bayern Munich and Germany. Muller has an assist count of 40 for the National Team and 243 assists in football for Bayern Munich. Not only a brilliant attacker, but The German winger can also provide crisp pinpoint passes to his teammates as well. His selflessness and his will to help his teammates out is one of his best perks, a real team player, Thomas Muller always gives his best in terms of providing assists.

#3. Luis Suarez - (278 assists)

The former Liverpool and Barcelona man Luis Suarez is also known for his amazing skills and goal-scoring techniques. However, the Uruguayan striker has never shied away from seeing the opportunity and finding his teammates. Suarez has 37 assists for his National team and 241 assists for all clubs combined. 

#4. Cristiano Ronaldo - (272 assists)

The Portuguese superstar has always been the main man in any team he has represented till now, be it his national team or clubs. Cristiano Ronaldo is known as one of the best finishers of the modern era. His ability to get into a position to score goals and his amazing skills are undoubtedly one of the best. However, apart from his goal-scoring abilities, the 37-year-old can also provide much-needed assistance in time of need. For club he has amassed a total of 40 assists for Portugal and 232 assists, combining all clubs.

#5. Angel Di Maria - (263 assists)

Another Argentine creative powerhouse, Angel Di Maria is one such name that comes to mind. The Paris Saint-Germain winger is widely known for his vision to find his teammates in the scoring places. Angel Di Maria never disappoints in terms of providing game-changing assists. For the club, Di Maria has a total of 23 assists for Argentina and 240 assists for all clubs combined. 

#6. Mesut Ozil - (259 assists)

The former German international is also known for his accurate ball delivery into the feet of his teammates. Mesut Ozil's career has been quite successful for both clubs and country. He currently plays for the Turkish side Fenerbahce. During his playing career he has amassed a total of 259 assists, both club and country combined.

#7. Cesc Fabregas - (250 assists)

The former Spanish international has enjoyed a brilliant career with both club and country. His ball-providing technique was unbelievable. During his time in Barcelona and Chelsea, Fabregas has provided countless assists and helped his team to turn the game around. He has amassed a total of 250 Assists for both clubs and country combined.