Top 18 Footballers by Trophy Count Throughout Their Careers

Some of football's biggest names, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Karim Benzema, have amassed a staggering number of trophies over their careers. This list highlights the players who have won the most silverware in the sport.

Players like Xavi, Thomas Muller, and Gerard Pique stand out for their extensive trophy collections. Meanwhile, active stars such as Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo may still climb higher.

Hossam Ashour holds the record as Africa’s most decorated player with 39 trophies to his name.

Winning trophies is no small feat, and many great players have little to show in terms of honours. Yet some stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have consistently lifted trophies throughout their lengthy careers. Others, like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, have collected titles by playing for the world’s most successful clubs.

18. Zlatan Ibrahimovic – 32 trophies

The Swedish forward has been a winner everywhere, capturing titles in five countries: Netherlands (Ajax), Italy (Inter Milan, AC Milan), Spain (Barcelona), France (Paris Saint-Germain), and England (Manchester United). He won nearly every major trophy except the Champions League. Some of his Serie A titles were revoked due to Juventus' scandal, which affected his tally. He retired in 2023 but remains involved in football as a club owner.

• Eredivisie: 2 (2001–02, 2003–04)
• KNVB Cup: 1 (2001–02)
• Johan Cruyff Shield: 1 (2002)
• Serie A: 5 (2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2021–22)
• Supercoppa Italiana: 3 (2006, 2008, 2011)
• La Liga: 1 (2009-10)
• Supercopa de Espana: 2 (2009, 2010)
• Ligue 1: 4 (2012–13 to 2015–16)
• Coupe de France: 2 (2014–15, 2015–16)
• Coupe de la Ligue: 3 (2013–14 to 2015–16)
• Trophee des Champions: 3 (2013, 2014, 2015)
• EFL Cup: 1 (2016–17)
• Community Shield: 1 (2016)
• Europa League: 1 (2016–17)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 1 (2009)
• UEFA Super Cup: 1 (2009)

17. Xavi – 33 trophies

A key figure in Barcelona's dominance from the late 2000s to mid-2010s, Xavi won 25 trophies with the club, including four Champions Leagues. He also played a vital role in Spain’s Euro wins in 2008 and 2012 and the 2010 World Cup. After retiring, he managed Barcelona to a La Liga title before moving to coach Al Sadd in Qatar, where he added more trophies.

• La Liga: 8 (1998–99 to 2014–15)
• Copa del Rey: 3 (2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15)
• Supercopa de Espana: 6 (2005, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013)
• UEFA Champions League: 4 (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15)
• UEFA Super Cup: 2 (2009, 2011)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 2 (2009, 2011)
• FIFA World Cup: 1 (2010)
• UEFA Euro: 2 (2008, 2012)
• FIFA World Youth Championship: 1 (1999)
• Qatar Stars League: 1 (2018–19)
• Qatar Cup: 1 (2017)
• Sheikh Jassim Cup: 1 (2017)
• Emir of Qatar Cup: 1 (2017)

16. Luka Modric – 34 trophies

Luka Modric began winning domestic trophies with Dinamo Zagreb before a trophy drought at Tottenham. Since joining Real Madrid in 2012, he has collected six Champions League titles, four La Liga crowns, and five Spanish Super Cups. Now playing for AC Milan, he might add more to his haul.

• Croatian Super Cup: 1 (2005–06)
• Croatian Cup: 2 (2006–07, 2007–08)
• Croatian Top Flight: 3 (2005–08)
• Spanish Super Cup: 5 (2012–13, 2017–18, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24)
• Spanish Cup: 2 (2013–14, 2022–23)
• FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 1 (2024)
• UEFA Super Cup: 5 (2014–15, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2022–23, 2024-25)
• La Liga: 4 (2016–17, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 5 (2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023)
• Champions League: 6 (2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2021–22, 2023–24)

15. Toni Kroos – 34 trophies

Toni Kroos shone at Bayern Munich and then Real Madrid, winning six Champions League titles and several domestic trophies. He is one of only five players with six Champions League wins and also holds a World Cup title with Germany. Kroos ended his Real Madrid career with another Champions League triumph.

• German Super Cup: 1 (2012–13)
• Spanish Super Cup: 4 (2017–18, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24)
• Spanish Cup: 1 (2022–23)
• German Cup: 3 (2007–08, 2012–13, 2013–14)
• UEFA Super Cup: 5 (2013–14, 2014–15, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2022–23)
• La Liga: 4 (2016–17, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24)
• Bundesliga: 3 (2007–08, 2012–13, 2013–14)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 6 (2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023)
• Champions League: 6 (2012–13, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2021–22, 2023–24)
• World Cup: 1 (2014)

14. Maxwell – 35 trophies

Though not considered one of football’s top legends, Maxwell won 35 titles thanks to playing for dominant teams like Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Ajax. Despite earning only ten caps for Brazil, his trophy haul includes 11 league titles and a Champions League.

• Eredivisie: 2 (2001–02, 2003–04)
• Serie A: 3 (2006-07, 2007-08, 2008–09)
• La Liga: 2 (2009-10, 2010-11)
• Ligue 1: 4 (2012-13 to 2015-16)
• Brazilian Cup: 1 (2000)
• French Cup: 3 (2014-15 to 2016-17)
• Copa del Rey: 1 (2011-12)
• French League Cup: 4 (2013-14 to 2016-17)
• Supercopa de Espana: 3 (2009-10 to 2011-12)
• Italian Super Cup: 1 (2008-09)
• Dutch Cup: 1 (2001-02)
• Dutch Super Cup: 1 (2003)
• French Super Cup: 3 (2013-14, 2015-16, 2016-17)
• Champions League: 1 (2010-11)
• UEFA Super Cup: 3 (2009, 2011, 2015)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 2 (2010, 2012)

13. Thomas Muller – 35 trophies

Known as Mr. Bayern Munich, Thomas Muller scored 250 goals in 756 appearances for the club, collecting 13 Bundesliga titles, two Champions Leagues, and a 2014 World Cup win with Germany. He also ranks high in World Cup assists and Champions League goals. In October 2025, he won his 35th trophy with Vancouver Whitecaps.

• Bundesliga: 13 (2009-10 to 2024-25, various seasons)
• German Super Cup: 8 (2010–11, 2012–13, 2016–17 to 2022-23)
• German Cup: 6 (2009–10, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2015-16, 2018-19, 2019-20)
• UEFA Super Cup: 2 (2013–14, 2020-21)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 2 (2014, 2021)
• Champions League: 2 (2012–13, 2019-20)
• Canadian Championship: 1 (2025/26)
• World Cup: 1 (2014)

12. Ryan Giggs – 35 trophies

Ryan Giggs enjoyed a 24-year career at Manchester United, transitioning from a speedy winger to a creative playmaker. He won 13 Premier League titles, a record that may stand for a long time. His success was built on the faith placed in him by Sir Alex Ferguson.

• Premier League: 13 (1992–93 to 2012–13, multiple years)
• FA Cup: 4 (1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99, 2003–04)
• League Cup: 4 (1991–92, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10)
• Community Shield: 9 (1993 to 2013, various years)
• Champions League: 2 (1998–99, 2007–08)
• UEFA Super Cup: 1 (1991)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 1 (2008)
• Intercontinental Cup: 1 (2008)

11. Kenny Dalglish – 35 trophies

Legendary in both Scotland and Liverpool, Kenny Dalglish collected trophies with Celtic and Liverpool, including six English First Division titles and three European Cups. Fans remember him fondly as one of Liverpool’s greatest players and a successful manager, although managerial trophies are excluded here.

• Scottish Premier Division: 4 (1971–77, select years)
• Scottish Cup: 4 (1971–75, select years)
• Scottish League Cup: 1 (1974–75)
• Drybrough Cup: 1 (1974–75)
• Glasgow Cup: 1 (1974–75)
• Football League First Division: 6 (1978–86, select years)
• European Cup: 3 (1977–84, select years)
• European Super Cup: 1 (1977)
• FA Cup: 1 (1985–86)
• League Cup: 4 (1980–84, select years)
• Football League Super Cup: 1 (1986)
• FA Charity Shield: 5 (1977–86, select years)
• British Home Championship: 3 (1974, 1976, 1977)

10. Andres Iniesta – 35 trophies

Andres Iniesta is known as one of the best midfielders of the past three decades. He won nine La Liga titles and four Champions Leagues with Barcelona. His unforgettable moment came when he scored the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final. He retired in October 2024 and may move into coaching soon.

• La Liga: 9 (2004–05 to 2017–18, select years)
• Copa del Rey: 6 (2008–09 to 2017–18, select years)
• Supercopa de Espana: 5 (2005, 2006, 2011, 2013, 2016)
• Champions League: 4 (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15)
• UEFA Super Cup: 2 (2011, 2015)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 3 (2009, 2011, 2015)
• Emperor's Cup: 1 (2019)
• Japanese Super Cup: 1 (2020)
• J1 League: 1 (2023)
• World Cup: 1 (2010)
• European Championship: 2 (2008, 2012)

9. Cristiano Ronaldo – 37 trophies

Cristiano Ronaldo moved up this list after winning his second UEFA Nations League title with Portugal, scoring a crucial equalizer against Spain before an injury substitution. The five-time Champions League winner shows no sign of slowing down at 41, currently playing for Al-Nassr, and could add even more trophies.

• Supertaca Candido de Oliveira: 1 (2002)
• Premier League: 3 (2006–09)
• FA Cup: 1 (2003–04)
• League Cup: 2 (2005–06, 2008–09)
• Community Shield: 1 (2007)
• La Liga: 2 (2011–12, 2016–17)
• Copa del Rey: 2 (2010–11, 2013–14)
• Supercopa de Espana: 2 (2012, 2017)
• Serie A: 2 (2018–20)
• Coppa Italia: 1 (2020–21)
• Supercopa Italiana: 2 (2018, 2020)
• Arab Club Champions Cup: 1 (2023)
• Champions League: 5 (2007–18, various years)
• UEFA Super Cup: 2 (2014, 2017)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 4 (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017)
• European Championship: 1 (2016)
• UEFA Nations League: 2 (2018–19, 2024-25)
• Saudi Pro League: 1 (2025-26)