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In their 122 years of existence, Barcelona have amassed as many as 95 titles on both the continental and domestic front. With such a rich heritage, the Blaugrana boast the most loaded trophy cabinets amongst all the top clubs in Europe at the moment.
The Catalan giants have had separate periods of dominance, spread across the course of history. From Johan Cruyff's "Dream Team" to Pep Guardiola's side, Barcelona have witnessed some of the greatest and most successful squads ever assembled.
Barcelona and the breakdown of their trophies
Barcelona have won the Spanish top-flight 26 times and the Copa del Rey a record 31 times. Aside from the main events, Barcelona have won an additional 18 titles domestically. 13 Supercopa de España, three Copa Eva Duarte, and two Copa de la Liga wrap up their trophy haul in Spain.
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On the European front, the Blaugrana boast a more than average number of titles, winning 20 international competitions. Five Champions League titles, a record four UEFA Cup Winners' Cups, a joint-record five UEFA Super Cups, a record three Inter-Cities Fairs Cups, and three FIFA Club World Cups comprise it.
With such distinguished history, a particular set of players is bound to have enjoyed much of the spoils. On that note, let's take a look at five of the most decorated Barcelona players of all time:
#5 Gerard Pique - 35 titles
The last remaining member of the fabled 2008-09 sextuple-winning Barcelona squad, alongside Sergio Busquets, Gerard Pique has recently entered his 14th season at Camp Nou. Bought by Pep Guardiola in 2008 for a nominal fee of €5m, Pique has gone on to attain legendary status at Barcelona due to his onfield as well as off-field exploits.
The staunch Catalan currently boasts 35 trophies, having won everything there is to win in club, as well as international football. From the 2010 World Cup to four Champions League victories, Gerard Pique has been at the core of multiple title-winning squads in his illustrious career.
At 34, the 103-time capped Spanish international is entering the twilight of his 17-year long footballing journey. Even so, Pique remains an integral part of the troubled Barcelona team of 2021.
With Pique as their vice-captain, Barcelona are still competing for trophies, giving him ample time to climb up this list by the time he hangs up his boots.
#4 Maxwell - 37 titles
The only retired player on the list, Maxwell comes in fourth place, having won 37 trophies in his glittering career. The enigmatic Brazilian was part of multiple legendary squads, spending brief periods with the likes of Barcelona, Inter and Paris Saint-Germain. Fortunately for Maxwell, his stint at Camp Nou came during the club's most successful period, bolstering his title statistics.
However, contrary to popular belief, Maxwell's distinguished career has more to do than just luck. In fact, his attacking abilities made him one of the most reliable left-backs of his generation. The consistency exuded by Maxwell was considered to be extraordinary, explaining the reason behind his impressive CV.
From a Champions League win with Barcelona to multiple league titles in Spain, Italy and France, Maxwell lifted most of the elite-level trophies in club football. Having established his status as a serial winner, Maxwell retired in 2017 with PSG, aged 36.
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#3 Andres Iniesta - 37 titles
Barcelona's creative head for several years, Andres Iniesta is one of the best players ever to graduate from La Masia. In addition to his obvious talents, the Catalan midfielder possesses a stacked trophy cabinet, enough to prove his genius. With 37 titles to his name, Iniesta is the third-most decorated player in Barcelona's as well as football's history.
A man for the biggest occasions, Iniesta has always turned up when his team has needed him the most. Known for his performances in the final, the Spaniard is the only player to win a man-of-the-match award in the World Cup final, European Championship final, and Champions League final.
Following 16 years, 674 appearances, and 30 pieces of silverware, Iniesta finally left Barcelona and Europe for that matter, to join Japanese side Vissel Kobe in 2018. At the ripe old age of 37, the 131-time capped Spanish international is still performing at his best, having won two trophies in Japan to date.
#2 Lionel Messi - 37 titles
Lionel Messi and Barcelona have been so synonymous over the past 20 years that to imagine either one without the other seems practically impossible. Nevertheless, a crazy transfer window and years of financial mismanagement have finally managed to sever a 21-year old connection.
La Pulga exited Barcelona last month in a shocking turn of events to link up with his former team-mate Neymar at PSG. However, his departure came having established an everlasting legacy at Camp Nou. With Barcelona, Lionel Messi won a total of 35 trophies prior to his untimely move.
In his last act as club captain, the magisterial Argentine led the club to their record 31st Copa del Rey title, exuding sheer brilliance in their 4-0 routing of Athletic Bilbao in the final.
Not only did his emergence coincide with the most successful period in the club's history, but Lionel Messi was majorly responsible for their time at the top. A true legend of the game, indeed.
#1 Dani Alves - 43 titles
The most recent title winner on the list, Dani Alves added a maiden Olympic gold medal to his already stacked trophy cabinet last month. Captaining a star-studded Brazil side, Alves led the Seleção past a promising Spanish squad to a 1-0 victory in the final. With his 43rd title as a professional footballer, the former Barcelona stalwart extended his lead as the most decorated player in the history of the sport.
Dani Alves was bought by the Blaugrana in 2008 for a sizeable fee of €35.5m in 2008, during a highly transitional period in the club's history. However, the erratic defender quickly cemented his position as Barcelona's first-choice right-back. His offensive skills, coupled with his passing ability, made him a fan favorite almost immediately.
After eight fruitful years and 23 major trophies, Alves finally departed Barcelona in 2016 to join Juventus on a free transfer. The 119-time capped Brazilian international enjoyed three more seasons at the top with the Old Lady and PSG, adding to his title haul.
The veteran defender is still playing at a competitive level with Sao Paulo, aged 38. However, recent reports have suggested a potential contract termination due to wage disputes between the two parties.
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