How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? The Argentine's heroics for Barcelona

Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi has been touted as arguably greatest ever star to play football. Argentine, who won his career's sixth Ballon d'Or last December, has achieved every possible milestone in his club football career. player has dominated Champions League with his magic. So many fans are likely to ask 'How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won?' Here is answer.

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How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? What is Lionel Messi net worth?

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has won four Champions League titles, second-most among active players after his arch-rival Cristia Ronaldo. He is also second-highest top goalscorer (114) in Champions League history, again behind Cristia Ronaldo (128). He is also one of richest footballers in world, with some valuing  Lionel Messi net worth at $400 million. Let us look at his four Champions League triumphs with Barcelona. 

How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? Lionel Messi stats

Lionel Messi won his first-ever Champions League title in 2006. Barcelona defeated Arsenal in 2006 UCL final to clinch only ir second-ever title. While, Samuel Eto'o and Julia Belletti scored for Catalans, Arsenal defender Joel Campbell scored for Premier League heavyweights. Though Barcelona won title, Messi was t included in matchday squad. 

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How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? Lionel Messi stats (2009)

Lionel Messi played his first Champions League title in 2009. y were up against Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United, who were vying for a second consecutive Champions League victory. Argentine international had an impactful day as he along with Samuel Eto'o scored against Red Devils to deny m ar title. He emerged as competition's top scorer, scoring nine goals. Messi also won his first Ballon d'Or after Champions League triumph.

How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? Lionel Messi stats (2011)

Lionel Messi's Barcelona were up against Manchester United for second time in three seasons. However, this time, Sir Alex Ferguson was without Cristia Ronaldo, who joined Real Madrid in 2009. Pedro, Lionel Messi and David Villa scored one goal each while Wayne Rooney scored for Man United. Messi scored 12 goals that campaign, again topping competition's goalscoring charts.

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How many Champions League has Lionel Messi won? Lionel Messi stats (2015)

Lionel Messi was set to play in his third Champions League final. Barcelona were tied with Juventus in UCL final of 2015. trio of MSN crucified Italian giants as Neymar, Luis Suarez and Ivan Rakitic scored for Catalans, while Messi had his usual impact on game. This time around, Messi was tied with Neymar and Ronaldo, all three netting 10 goals that campaign. He went on to win Ballon d'Or for his exhilarating campaign. 

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