Gerd Muller || 634 goals
Gerd Muller, the great poacher, was known for his predatory instincts in the penalty area. The Bayern Munich legend, who scored the winning goal for West Germany in the 1974 World Cup final, averaged more than one goal per game at the international level (68 in just 62 games).
‘Der Bomber’, a small and stocky striker endowed with explosive strength, retired with a total of 634 goals.
Top 10 Highest Goalscorers of All Time in Football [Updated 2024]
Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo is the leading goal-scorer in the world. The Portuguese forward scored 54 goals for club and country in 2023. The legends of football in our “Top 10 Highest Goal Scorers of All Time” article, showcasing players who transformed the sport with their goal-scoring prowess. From Pelé to Lionel Messi, these athletes have become icons, achieving extraordinary goal counts and setting new standards. They are celebrated for their precision, power, and consistency, making them standouts in football’s history.
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane scored 52 goals, PSG and France forward Kylian Mbappe (52 goals), and Manchester City and Norway striker Erling Haaln (50 goals), came out to be the top leading scorers of 2023.