The UEFA Champions League is the pinnacle of club football and every manager dreams of adding this prestigious trophy to their collection. Here are the managers who have won the most UEFA Champions League titles.
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1. Carlo Ancelotti (5 Titles)
- AC Milan: 2003, 2007
- Real Madrid: 2014, 2022, 2024
Carlo Ancelotti is the only manager to win the Champions League five times. He secured his first two titles with AC Milan, defeating Juventus in 2003 and Liverpool in 2007. With Real Madrid, he won against Atlético de Madrid in 2014, Liverpool in 2022, and Borussia Dortmund in 2024.
2. Bob Paisley (3 Titles)
- Liverpool: 1977, 1978, 1981
Bob Paisley led Liverpool to three Champions League victories. The Reds triumphed over Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1977, Club Brugge in 1978, and Real Madrid in 1981.
3. Zinedine Zidane (3 Titles)
- Real Madrid: 2016, 2017, 2018
Zinedine Zidane made history by winning the Champions League three consecutive times with Real Madrid. His victories came against Atlético de Madrid in 2016, Juventus in 2017, and Liverpool in 2018.
4. Pep Guardiola (3 Titles)
- Barcelona: 2009, 2011
- Manchester City: 2023
Pep Guardiola first won the Champions League as a player with Barcelona in 1992. As a manager, he led Barcelona to victories in 2009 and 2011. He then guided Manchester City to their first-ever Champions League title in 2023.
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These legendary managers have left an indelible mark on European football, showcasing their exceptional talent and tactical prowess on the biggest stage.
