10 Footballers Who Scored the Most Goals in History

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 17, 2023

Eusebio (Portugal) - 733 Goals

A football icon, Eusebio's lethal goal-scoring abilities were on display with Benfica and later in his career with clubs like Boston Minutemen and Las Vegas Quicksilvers. His contributions to Portuguese football are immortalized.

Hugo Sanchez (Mexico) - 562 Goals

A Mexican goal-scoring sensation, Sanchez showcased his skills in Europe with clubs like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. His acrobatic goals and flair made him a fan favorite.

Josef Bican (Czech Republic) - 950 Goals

An Austrian-Czech striker, Bican's goal-scoring records are awe-inspiring. His career spanned from the 1930s to the 1950s, and he consistently found the back of the net for both club and country.

Franz Binder (Austria) - 619 Goals

A prolific striker in the 1930s and 1940s, Binder made a significant impact with Rapid Vienna. His goal-scoring prowess made him a feared opponent in European football.

Ferenc Puskas (Hungary) - 619 Goals

Puskas, an iconic figure in Hungarian football, played a key role for both Budapest Honved and Real Madrid. His goal-scoring exploits include a remarkable performance in the 1954 World Cup.

Gerd Muller (Germany) - 1,251 Goals

A goal-scoring phenomenon in the 1970s, Gerd Muller's lethal finishing led Bayern Munich to numerous titles. He was a crucial part of the West Germany squad that won the 1974 World Cup.

Romario (Brazil) - 784 Goals

Known for his clinical finishing and goal-poaching abilities, Romario played for clubs like PSV Eindhoven and Barcelona. His name is etched in football history for his contributions to Brazil's success in the 1994 World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal) - 865 Goals

A goal-scoring machine, Ronaldo's powerful strikes and incredible athleticism have made him one of the greatest goal-scorers in football history. His journey has taken him from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United, Real Madrid, and now back to Manchester United.

Lionel Messi (Argentina) - 821 Goals

A modern maestro, Messi has mesmerized the football world with his magical skills. From FC Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain, he continues to add to his goal tally, setting new records with each season.

Pele (Brazil) - 1,283 Goals

A living legend, Pele's prolific goal-scoring career spanned from 1956 to 1977. His incredible tally includes goals in official and unofficial matches, showcasing his unparalleled skill and scoring prowess.

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