IFFHS announced the list of footballers who played the most matches in European Cups.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who played a total of 197 matches in European tournaments during the period 2002-2022, is the leader in this indicator, Idman.biz reports.
After the Portuguese forward in the list, the Spanish players are: Pepe Reyna played 192 matches, Iker Casillas played 186 matches, and Xavi played 173 matches.
Italian football players come next: Paolo Maldini participated in 168 European Cups, and Gianluigi Buffon participated in 167 matches.
Argentine Lionel Messi also has 167 matches.
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