Teams with the Most Champions League Titles in History
In the world of football, the Champions League stands as the pinnacle of club competition. Over the years, numerous teams have left their mark on this prestigious tournament, with some teams achieving more success than others. Here's a look at some of the most successful teams in the history of the Champions League.
Juventus, an Italian powerhouse, has only managed to win the Champions League twice—in 1985 and 1996. Despite this, they have lost an unfortunate seven finals, a statistic that might have weighed heavier on their hearts.
Porto, a Portuguese club synonymous with excitement and unexpected victories, has won the Champions League twice—in 1987 and 2004. Known for their ability to upset European giants, Porto's history is filled with moments of drama and triumph.
Benfica, another Portuguese team, holds the record for the most matches won in the Champions League with 138 victories. They've tasted success in 1961 and 1962, but unfortunately, they've also experienced the bitter taste of defeat in five Champions League finals.
PSG, the French powerhouse, recently added to their Champions League trophy collection in 2025, marking their ninth victory in the tournament.
Real Madrid, often regarded as the very model of German football, stands as the most successful team in the Champions League. With an impressive 302 victories, they've won the tournament 15 times, most recently in 2022. Their dominance in the competition is undeniable, a testament to their efficiency, robustness, and resilience.
Manchester City, another English team, has won the Champions League once, in 2023, adding to their 77 victories in the tournament.
Manchester United, despite a rocky start that saw them decline a place in the tournament following the Munich air disaster, have since made a name for themselves. They've won the Champions League three times—in 1968, 1999, and 2008.
Liverpool, another English team that's a regular in the Champions League, has won the tournament five times—in 1977, 1978, 1981, 1984, 2005, and 2019. Despite their frequent appearances in the finals, they haven't managed to break Real Madrid's record for the most wins.
Chelsea, with victories in 2012 and 2021, has added to their 104 wins in the Champions League.
AC Milan, an Italian team with a rich history, has won the Champions League seven times—in 1963, 1969, 1989, 1990, 1994, 2003, and 2007.
Barcelona, after a brief lull following the departure of Lionel Messi, has once again established itself as a perennial favourite. With five victories—in 1992, 2006, 2009, 2011, and 2015—and 212 wins in total, they're a force to be reckoned with.
PSV Eindhoven, a Dutch team, won the Champions League in 1988, adding to their 78 victories in the tournament.
Dynamo Kyiv, a Ukrainian team, has won 109 matches in the Champions League, though the exact year of their victory remains undisclosed.
Arsenal, an English team, has won 115 matches in the Champions League, but their best effort was reaching a Parisien final in 2006, where they were defeated by Barcelona.
Borussia Dortmund, a German team, has made it to the final of the Champions League twice, most recently in 2024, and has won 96 matches in the tournament.
Inter, an Italian team, has won the Champions League three times—in 1964, 1965, and 2010.
Finally, it's worth noting that Real Madrid holds the record for the most wins in the Champions League due to their long history of dominance, with 15 titles and 199 wins as of recent records. Currently, no other team has achieved more than 200 wins in the Champions League.
