Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi are two of the star players in the history of football. Messi is always remembered for his performance in every situation whereas Halland is known as the Goal Machine for Manchester City. Haaland vs Messi Champions League Stats & Records has been remarkable.
Messi holds many records in the UEFA Champions League but this time the Erling Haaland is out to make Champions League history, breaking Lionel Messi’s record in the playoff second leg.
The Norwegian player is Manchester City’s leading scorer in the 2024-25 season, with 27 goals in 35 appearances, including eight goals in nine Champions League matches.
Lionel Messi holds the 2nd position in the top 10 Champions League goalscorers of all time. Haaland reached 50 UEFA Champions League goals, doing so in 62 matches.
Haaland vs Messi Champions League: Stats & Records
At the Age of 24, Lionel Messi has 43 goals in 62 UCL appearances and Haaland has 50 goals in same the appearances. Here’s is Haaland vs Messi Champions League comparison of their stats and impact on the competition.
| Stats & Records | Lionel Messi | Erling Haaland |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 129 | 50 |
| Appearances | 163 | 62 |
| Champions League Titles | 4 (2006, 2009, 2011, 2015) | 1 (2022-23) |
| Best season | 2011–12 (14 goals in 11 matches) | 2022-23 (12 goals in 11 matches) |
| Hat-tricks | 8 | 2 |
| Notable Record | Fastest player to 100 UCL goals | Fastest player to 50 UCL goals |
Erling Haaland is one of only three players to hit five goals in a match. Messi is the joint record holder (Cristiano Ronaldo) for the most Champions League hat-tricks with eight.
Messi and Haaland have never faced each other in the Champions League yet.
Haaland vs Messi By Age 24:
| Stats & Records | Lionel Messi | Erling Haaland |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 43 | 50 |
| Appearances | 62 | 62 |
