UEFA Champions League historical hat-trick leaderboard: Messi and Ronaldo lead with 8 each, Lewandowski ranks third with 6, Mbappé is fourth with 4.

In the early hours of October 1st Beijing time, during the second round of the Champions League group stage, Real Madrid overcame the fatigue of a long journey and secured a 5-0 away win against Kairat Almaty. The French striker Mbappé, starting the match, completed a hat-trick, increasing his Champions League hat-trick tally to 4, which places him tied for fourth in the historical rankings.

Top 10 UEFA Champions League hat-trick leaders:

• 1st place: Messi, 8 hat-tricks in 163 matches.
• Tied for 1st: Cristiano Ronaldo, 8 hat-tricks in 183 matches.
• 3rd place: Lewandowski, 6 hat-tricks in 134 matches.
• 4th place: Mbappé, 4 hat-tricks in 89 matches.
• Tied for 4th: Benzema, 4 hat-tricks in 152 matches.
• 6th place: Gómez, 3 hat-tricks in 44 matches.
• Tied for 6th: Adriano, 3 hat-tricks in 47 matches.
• Tied for 6th: Inzaghi, 3 hat-tricks in 81 matches.
• Tied for 6th: Neymar, 3 hat-tricks in 81 matches.
• Tied for 6th: 3 hat-tricks in 23 matches.

With the Champions League now expanded to include more weaker teams and an increased number of group stage matches, it’s no surprise that Mbappé is catching up to the records held by Ronaldo and Messi. Different eras present varying challenges, and every fan has their own favorite superstar. Regardless, Messi and Ronaldo have an overwhelming lead in records, and for most fans, they remain the ultimate football legends!