Robert Lewandowski vs Karim Benzema
Robert Lewandowski vs Karim Benzema: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Robert Lewandowski and Karim Benzema?
Lewandowski and Benzema have been key figures in their respective clubs, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, often competing for top scorer titles in their leagues and the Champions League, showcasing their elite striking abilities.
Robert Lewandowski
Key numbers
- Total career goalsOver 700
- International caps167
- International goals89
- UEFA Champions League goals109
- Bundesliga titlesMultiple
Top honours
- Best FIFA Men's Player2020, 2021
- UEFA Men's Player of the Year2020
- IFFHS World's Best Player2020, 2021
- European Golden Shoe2020–21, 2021–22
- Gerd Müller Trophy2021, 2022
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Karim Benzema
Key numbers
- Career goalsover 500
- Career appearancesover 1,000
- UEFA Champions League goals90
- UEFA Champions League appearancesover 150
- La Liga goalsover 200
Top honours
- UEFA Champions League5 titles (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022)
- La Liga4 titles (2012, 2017, 2020, 2022)
- Copa del Rey3 titles (2014, 2016, 2017)
- UEFA European Under-17 Championship1 title (2004)
- French Player of the Year4 times (2008, 2012, 2013, 2022)