By delivering two assists against Leipzig – a free kick on the head of Marquinhos then a cross on the head of Juan Bernat – Tuesday evening in the semi-final of the Champions League (3-0), Angel Di Maria overtook Andrés Iniesta in the ranking of the best assistants, to climb to fourth place. With 30 assists, he is now tied with former Barcelona player Xavi. 10 units behind the undisputed leader, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Cristiano Ronaldo, leader of this ranking
In front of Andrés Iniesta (29), Karim Benzema (27) and a quartet composed of Neymar, Cesc Fabregas, Luis Suarez and Zlatan Ibrahimovic (26). The Argentinian PSG now has Ryan Giggs (31) in his sights. But he will have to wait a little longer before worrying Lionel Messi (35) and Cristiano Ronaldo (40), solid leader in the matter.
Ranking of decisive assistants in the Champions League
- Cristiano Ronaldo, 40 passes
- Messi, 35
- Ryan Giggs 31
- Xavi et di Maria 30
- Andres Iniesta 29
- Karim Benzema 27
- Neymar, Cesc Fabregas, Luis Suarez et Zlatan Ibrahimovic 26
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