Wed Oct 02 23:17:44 UTC 2024: ## Ronaldo Still Reigns Supreme: Top Champions League Scorers Unveiled
Cristiano Ronaldo remains the undisputed king of the UEFA Champions League, holding the record for most goals scored with an impressive 140. Despite his move to Saudi Arabia, his legacy as the competition’s top scorer is cemented.
Lionel Messi, with 129 goals, sits in second place, holding the record for most goals scored for a single club with 120 for Barcelona. Robert Lewandowski, with 96 goals, is hot on their heels, and Karim Benzema, with 90, rounds out the top four.
The list of top scorers includes legendary names like Raúl, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Thomas Müller, and Thierry Henry, all of whom have left their mark on the prestigious competition.
Interestingly, despite their remarkable goal tallies, several players have never lifted the Champions League trophy.
With the Champions League entering a new season, it remains to be seen who will challenge the established order and make a bid for a place among the all-time greats.