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Angel Di Maria closing in on Ronaldo’s all-time Champions League assist record

28. November 2024
Angel Di Maria (foto: Uradni Twitter profil kluba/zveze)
Angel Di Maria is set to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo as the all-time Champions League assist leader after starring in Benfica’s 3-2 comeback win over Monaco with two key assists.

Angel Di Maria continues to prove that age is just a number. The 36-year-old Argentine was the hero of Benfica’s stunning 3-2 comeback win against Monaco, delivering two crucial assists to overturn a 1-2 deficit and secure a vital victory for the Lisbon club in the Champions League.

Di Maria’s performance not only reinforced his status as a difference-maker but also elevated him to second place on the all-time Champions League assists list. With 41 assists, he has now overtaken Lionel Messi and trails only Cristiano Ronaldo, who tops the list with 42.

With Benfica in strong form—having already beaten Crvena zvezda, Atletico Madrid, and now Monaco—Di Maria will likely have at least five more games this season to tie or surpass Ronaldo’s record. Considering his exceptional form, the record looks well within reach for the legendary playmaker.

Despite being 36, Di Maria remains a vital asset for Benfica, showcasing his brilliance and creative vision at the highest level. His contributions have played a key role in keeping Benfica on course to qualify for the Champions League knockout rounds, with the team currently sitting 14th in the standings and eyeing a spot in the last 16.

Di Maria’s incredible achievement highlights his consistency and longevity in European football. Whether or not he breaks Ronaldo’s record, his place among the competition’s all-time greats is secure.

Top Champions League assist leaders of all time:

  • 42 – Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 41 – Angel Di Maria
  • 40 – Lionel Messi
  • 33 – Neymar
  • 31 – Ryan Giggs
  • 30 – Thomas Muller, Xavi Hernandez
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