Top 10 Highest Goalscorers in UEFA Champions League History
by LiveGo24 Editorial Team
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December 15, 2025
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 Goals
Cristiano 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 Goals
Lionel 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 Goals
One 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 Goals
Karim 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 Goals
A 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 Goals
Renowned 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 Goals
Thomas 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 Goals
Thierry Henry brought elegance and pace to the Champions League, starring for Arsenal and later lifting the trophy with Barcelona.
9. Zlatan Ibrahimović – 48 Goals
Zlatan Ibrahimović represented numerous top clubs across Europe, leaving his mark with spectacular goals despite never winning the competition.
10. Andriy Shevchenko – 48 Goals
AC 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.
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