Historic and dominant! Real Madrid has written its name in golden letters in the history of the UEFA Champions League. Throughout their illustrious career, the merengue team has left an indelible mark on the prestigious European tournament.
In this article, we will explore Real Madrid’s glorious history in the Champions League and answer a question that inevitably arises: How many times have they lifted the most coveted trophy in continental football? From the mythical feats of yesteryear to the most recent exploits, let’s delve into the white club’s winning legacy in the top European competition. Get ready to remember emotions, moments of glory and countless stars that have taken Real Madrid to the top of European football time and time again.
Real Madrid has been crowned top of the UEFA Champions League on countless occasions throughout its glorious history. With an impressive record, the merengue team has left an indelible mark on European football. Till the date, Real Madrid has won the Champions League a total of 14 times, becoming the most successful club in the competition. This Saturday he could add one more and reach 15 titles.
- Francisco Gento: The Spanish left-footed winger is the most successful player in Real Madrid’s history in the European Cup/Champions League. He won the tournament six times, in the 1955-1956, 1956-1957, 1957-1958, 1958-1959, 1959-1960 and 1965-1966 seasons.
- Cristiano Ronaldo: The Portuguese striker, one of the club’s top scorers, has been instrumental in Real Madrid’s recent achievements in the Champions League. Ronaldo won the trophy five times, in the 2007-2008 seasons with Manchester United, and then with Real Madrid in 2013-2014, 2015-2016, 2016-2017 and 2017-2018.
- Alfredo Di Stefano: Considered one of the best footballers in history, the Argentine-Spanish striker was a key player in Real Madrid’s early successes in the European Cup. He won the tournament five times, in the 1955-1956, 1956-1957, 1957-1958, 1958-1959 and 1959-1960 seasons.
Other players such as Nacho Fernández, Dani Carvajal, Isco, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and Karim Benzema also have five UCL trophies.
Cristiano Ronaldo: The Portuguese striker is Real Madrid’s all-time top scorer in the Champions League. During his time with the white club (2009-2018), Ronaldo scored an impressive total of 105 goals in 101 games in the competition.
Karim Benzema: The French striker has been a prominent figure in Real Madrid’s forward line in recent years. Until September 2021, Benzema had scored 78 goals in 124 Champions League games for the white club.
Raul Gonzalez: The legendary Spanish striker, symbol of Real Madrid for many years, is third on the list of the club’s top scorers in the Champions League. Raúl scored 66 goals while wearing the Real Madrid shirt.
The team led by Carlo Ancelotti was proclaimed champion of the Champions League in the 2021/2022 edition. Of all those conquered by Real Madrid in the modern era, it is undoubtedly the most epic of all, as stellar performances and dream comebacks were mixed.
Season |
Rival |
Result |
---|---|---|
2021-22 |
Liverpool |
1-0 |
2017-18 |
Liverpool |
3-1 |
2016-17 |
Juventus |
4-1 |
2015-16 |
Atlético de Madrid |
1-1 (penalties) |
2013-14 |
Atlético de Madrid |
4-1 |
2001-02 |
Bayer Leverkusen |
2-1 |
1999-2000 |
Valencia |
3-0 |
1997-98 |
Juventus |
1-0 |
1965-66 |
Partizan |
2-1 |
1959-60 |
Eintracht Frankfurt |
7-3 |
1958-59 |
Stade de Reims |
2-0 |
1957-58 |
Milan |
3-2 |
1956-57 |
Fiorentina |
2-0 |
1955-56 |
Stade de Reims |
4-3 |
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