Winning trophies is the ultimate measure of success in football. While many players enjoy brief spells of glory, only a select few manage to build careers filled with sustained success at both club and international level. Here are the footballers who have won the most trophies in the history of the game, along with a detailed breakdown of their major honours.1) Dani Alves – 43 TrophiesThe most decorated footballer of all time, Dani Alves enjoyed unparalleled success across Spain, France and Italy.Major Honours:La Liga: 6Copa del Rey: 5Supercopa de España: 5UEFA Champions League: 3UEFA Super Cup: 4FIFA Club World Cup: 3Ligue 1: 2Coupe de France: 1Trophée des Champions: 1Serie A: 1Copa América: 2Olympic Gold Medal: 1FIFA Confederations Cup: 2State & regional titles: 72) Lionel Messi – 41 TrophiesLionel Messi’s career has been defined by consistency, brilliance and an extraordinary collection of silverware.Major Honours:La Liga: 10Copa del Rey: 7Supercopa de España: 8UEFA Champions League: 4UEFA Super Cup: 3FIFA Club World Cup: 3Ligue 1: 2Trophée des Champions: 1Copa América: 1FIFA World Cup: 1Finalissima: 13) Maxwell – 38 TrophiesOften overlooked, Maxwell quietly built one of the most successful careers in football history.Major Honours:Eredivisie: 4Serie A: 3Ligue 1: 4Coupe de France: 2Coupe de la Ligue: 3Trophée des Champions: 3La Liga: 2UEFA Champions League: 2UEFA Super Cup: 2FIFA Club World Cup: 2Domestic & super cups: 114) Andrés Iniesta – 37 TrophiesA symbol of elegance and intelligence, Andrés Iniesta was central to both Barcelona and Spain’s golden eras.Major Honours:La Liga: 9Copa del Rey: 6Supercopa de España: 7UEFA Champions League: 4UEFA Super Cup: 3FIFA Club World Cup: 3FIFA World Cup: 1UEFA European Championship: 2Japanese domestic trophies: 25) Hossam Ashour – 37 TrophiesAn icon of African football, Hossam Ashour spent his entire career with Al Ahly.Major Honours:Egyptian Premier League: 13Egypt Cup: 4Egyptian Super Cup: 10CAF Champions League: 8CAF Super Cup: 1CAF Confederation Cup: 16) Gerard Piqué – 36 TrophiesA defensive pillar for club and country, Gerard Piqué enjoyed immense success at the highest level.Major Honours:La Liga: 8Copa del Rey: 7Supercopa de España: 6UEFA Champions League: 4UEFA Super Cup: 3FIFA Club World Cup: 3FIFA World Cup: 1UEFA European Championship: 1Premier League: 1FA Cup: 1EFL Cup: 17) Ryan Giggs – 35 TrophiesA one-club legend, Ryan Giggs defined an era of dominance at Manchester United.Major Honours:Premier League: 13FA Cup: 4EFL Cup: 4FA Community Shield: 9UEFA Champions League: 2UEFA Super Cup: 1FIFA Club World Cup: 1Intercontinental Cup: 18) Vítor Baía – 35 TrophiesOne of Portugal’s greatest goalkeepers, Vítor Baía enjoyed enormous success with FC Porto.Major Honours:Primeira Liga: 10Taça de Portugal: 5Portuguese Super Cup: 7UEFA Champions League: 1UEFA Cup: 1Intercontinental Cup: 2Other domestic honours: 99) Cristiano Ronaldo – 34 TrophiesA relentless competitor, Cristiano Ronaldo collected silverware across four major European leagues.Major Honours:UEFA Champions League: 5Premier League: 3La Liga: 2Serie A: 2FA Cup: 1Copa del Rey: 2Domestic super cups: 5UEFA Super Cup: 2FIFA Club World Cup: 4UEFA European Championship: 1UEFA Nations League: 1Other domestic titles: 410) Kenny Dalglish – 34 TrophiesA legend in both Scotland and England, Kenny Dalglish enjoyed extraordinary success as a player.Major Honours:Scottish League Titles: 4English First Division: 6FA Cup: 4Scottish Cups: 5League Cups: 5European Cups: 3Charity Shields & other honours: 7These footballers did not just win trophies — they built legacies defined by dominance, longevity and relentless success. Their records remain benchmarks for future generations aiming to reach the very top of the game.

The UEFA Champions League has been home to some of the greatest goalscorers football has ever seen.Over the decades, elite forwards have left their mark on Europe’s biggest stage, producing unforgettable moments and record-breaking performances. Here are the top 10 highest goalscorers in UEFA Champions League history.1. Cristiano Ronaldo – 140 GoalsCristiano Ronaldo sits comfortably at the top of the list. The Portuguese superstar scored his goals across spells with Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus, becoming synonymous with Champions League nights and knockout-stage brilliance.2. Lionel Messi – 129 GoalsLionel Messi’s extraordinary record was built primarily with Barcelona, before adding to his tally at Paris Saint-Germain. Known for his creativity as much as his finishing, Messi redefined attacking excellence in the competition.3. Robert Lewandowski – 94 GoalsOne of the most clinical strikers in modern football, Robert Lewandowski made his mark with Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and Barcelona, consistently delivering goals at the highest level.4. Karim Benzema – 90 GoalsKarim Benzema enjoyed a late-career surge in the Champions League with Real Madrid, playing a decisive role in multiple title-winning campaigns and earning global recognition for his leadership and finishing.5. Raúl González – 71 GoalsA true Champions League icon, Raúl spent most of his career with Real Madrid, becoming one of the competition’s earliest legends and a symbol of consistency.6. Ruud van Nistelrooy – 56 GoalsRenowned for his poaching ability, Ruud van Nistelrooy scored heavily for PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United and Real Madrid, thriving inside the penalty area.7. Thomas Müller – 54 GoalsThomas Müller’s intelligence and movement helped him score crucial goals for Bayern Munich, contributing to the club’s domestic and European dominance.8. Thierry Henry – 50 GoalsThierry Henry brought elegance and pace to the Champions League, starring for Arsenal and later lifting the trophy with Barcelona.9. Zlatan Ibrahimović – 48 GoalsZlatan Ibrahimović represented numerous top clubs across Europe, leaving his mark with spectacular goals despite never winning the competition.10. Andriy Shevchenko – 48 GoalsAC Milan legend Andriy Shevchenko combined speed and lethal finishing, playing a key role in Milan’s Champions League successes.These players not only scored goals but shaped the history of the UEFA Champions League.Their records stand as a testament to longevity, consistency and excellence on football’s biggest stage.

1. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – 27 ContributionsGoals: 24 | Assists: 3Kane’s Bundesliga form remains relentless, blending clinical finishing with outstanding link-up play in another prolific season.2. Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid) – 26 ContributionsGoals: 23 | Assists: 3Mbappé’s explosive start to his debut La Liga campaign has reaffirmed his status as one of the world’s most decisive forwards. His pace and finishing continue to separate him from the chasing pack.3. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – 20 ContributionsGoals: 19 | Assists: 1Despite injury interruptions, Haaland ranks among Europe’s deadliest strikers, maintaining elite-level efficiency in front of goal.4. Michael Olise (Bayern Munich) – 19 ContributionsGoals: 9 | Assists: 10Michael Olise has delivered impressive end-product this season, combining sharp creativity with consistent goal contributions to establish himself as one of the league’s most dangerous wide playmakers.5. Luis Díaz (Bayern Munich) – 18 ContributionsGoals: 12 | Assists: 6Luis Díaz continues to offer high energy and direct attacking play, using pace and sharp movement to provide valuable goal contributions from the wing.6. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Marseille) – 17 ContributionsGoals: 8 | Assists: 9Aubameyang remains a clinical presence in the box, combining experience with instinctive finishing to stay effective despite his advancing age.7. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) – 16 ContributionsGoals: 7 | Assists: 9Lamine Yamal is emerging as one of Europe’s brightest young talents, showcasing remarkable creativity, confidence and end-product well beyond his years.8. Mason Greenwood (Marseille) – 15 ContributionsGoals: 11 | Assists: 4Mason Greenwood’s natural finishing ability and two-footed shooting make him a constant threat in the final third whenever given space and confidence.9. Marcus Rashford (Barcelona) – 15 ContributionsGoals: 6 | Assists: 9Marcus Rashford offers explosive pace and direct attacking intent, capable of producing decisive moments even during inconsistent spells of form.10. Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid) – 14 ContributionsGoals: 10 | Assists: 4Julián Álvarez combines relentless work-rate with smart movement and technical quality, contributing goals and assists across multiple attacking roles.A Season Defined by Attacking QualityAcross the Big Five leagues, this season has showcased an exceptional level of attacking talent. From the star-studded squads of Madrid and Bayern to the Premier League’s competitive landscape, these players have not only delivered impressive statistics but have also shaped their teams’ ambitions in domestic and European competitions.As the campaign enters its final months, the race for the Golden Boot, assist charts and overall contribution rankings remains wide open — promising even more drama before the season concludes.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has delivered a worrying admission following his side’s 1–0 defeat to Everton at Old Trafford, a result that handed United an unwanted new entry in their Premier League history.Despite Everton being reduced to ten men after Idrissa Gana Gueye’s dismissal, United failed to take advantage and slipped to a disappointing home defeat. It marks the first time United have ever lost a Premier League match at Old Trafford against a team with a red card.Speaking after the game, Amorim admitted he feared the performance was reminiscent of the struggles the club endured last season. He described the display as a collective failure rather than individual errors, insisting the team lacked confidence and clarity in key moments.United struggled to create meaningful chances even with the numerical advantage, raising further questions about the effectiveness of the current tactical setup. The defeat also overshadowed the anniversary of Amorim’s first match in charge, turning what could have been a positive milestone into a setback.The Portuguese coach has previously spoken about his players being “too afraid” to fully express themselves, and the latest setback appears to have reinforced his concerns. With pressure growing and performances under scrutiny, United’s upcoming fixtures are now crucial as Amorim seeks to stabilise results and rebuild belief within the squad.The defeat not only halts United’s momentum but also raises deeper questions about consistency, mentality and the progress being made under Amorim’s leadership.