Real Madrid on top: 5 clubs with the most UEFA Champions League titles

The UEFA Champions League is widely regarded as the most prestigious club football competition in the world. Contested by Europe’s elite, it is not only the most-watched club tournament globally, but also serves as the ultimate proving ground for greatness. Winning it cements a club’s place in football history—and often earns them the unofficial title of the best team in the world.

Originally launched in 1955 as the European Champion Clubs’ Cup, the tournament was rebranded as the Champions League in 1992, ushering in a modern era of European football. Over the decades, the competition has been graced by the game’s greatest legends and unforgettable moments.

Real Madrid remain the competition’s most successful club, with 15 titles, while Paris Saint-Germain are the current holders, having finally lifted the trophy after years of frustration.

Among the many iconic feats in Champions League history, the hat-trick stands out as one of the greatest individual achievements. But on the team level, it’s all about silverware. Here’s a look at the five clubs with the most UEFA Champions League titles to date:

 Real Madrid – 15 Titles

The Spanish giants are synonymous with Champions League success. Real Madrid have won the competition 15 times, more than any other club in history—eight more than the second-most successful team. Their latest triumph came in 2024, reaffirming their dominance in Europe. With a squad regularly filled with world-class talent, many believe it’s only a matter of time before they add a 16th title to their record-breaking tally.

 AC Milan – 7 Titles

Italian powerhouse AC Milan sit second on the list with seven Champions League titles. The Rossoneri were a dominant force during the late 1980s and 1990s, when Serie A was widely considered the best league in the world. However, their last taste of European glory came in 2007, marking an 18-year gap since their most recent title.

 Liverpool – 6 Titles

The most successful English club in European competition, Liverpool have won six Champions League trophies, most recently in 2019 when they defeated fellow Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur in the final. The Reds’ rich European pedigree continues to be a defining feature of the club.

Most UCL titles:

15 — Real Madrid
13 — The next 2 clubs combined pic.twitter.com/cLDYfyLoh7

— StatMuse FC (@statmusefc) June 1, 2024

 Bayern Munich – 6 Titles

Tied with Liverpool, Bayern Munich also boast six Champions League titles, making them the most successful German club in European football. Their most recent victory came in 2020, when they edged Paris Saint-Germain 1–0 in the final. With a reputation for consistency and discipline, Bayern remain perennial contenders.

Barcelona – 5 Titles

Completing the top five is Barcelona, with five Champions League titles to their name. The Catalan giants last lifted the trophy in 2015, when they defeated Juventus 3–1 in the final, capping off one of the most dominant seasons in club history. While they’ve faced challenges in recent years, Barcelona’s legacy in European football remains firmly intact.

As the 2025–26 Champions League season continues, new legends will be written—but for now, these five clubs stand tall as the most successful in the competition’s storied history.

👉 Don’t miss out on the latest sports news, updates, and fan discussions!

📌 Follow our Facebook page Sports News PH today and join the community of passionate basketball fans.