Europe’s Top Scorers of the Decade: The Elite Ten Leading the Charge
Over the last decade, European football has seen a collection of prolific strikers who have continually found the net across various leagues and clubs. Here’s a rundown of the top 10 scorers in Europe’s top leagues, highlighting their contributions and impact.
10. Ciro Immobile – 239 goals
The Italian forward has been a reliable scorer for Lazio, with his most productive season being 2017-18, netting 41 goals.
9. Luis Suárez – 241 goals
Suárez left his mark in Europe, especially with Barcelona, forming a lethal trio with Messi and Neymar.
8. Mohamed Salah – 250 goals
Since joining Liverpool, Salah has delivered consistent and creative scoring, becoming a Premier League legend.
7. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – 256 goals
From Dortmund to Arsenal, Aubameyang has impressed, rekindling his form recently at Marseille.
6. Karim Benzema – 257 goals
Real Madrid’s star post-Ronaldo, Benzema has taken center stage, notably in the 2021-22 Champions League.
5. Kylian Mbappe – 271 goals
The youngest on this list, PSG’s all-time top scorer is expected to reach even greater heights.
4. Harry Kane – 309 goals
Now with Bayern Munich, Kane is showing his lethal form in the Bundesliga.
3. Cristiano Ronaldo – 350 goals
The Portuguese icon has been remarkably consistent, tallying 350 goals in Europe over the last decade.
2. Lionel Messi – 377 goals
Messi’s European legacy, primarily with Barcelona, is marked by brilliance and unparalleled scoring ability.
1. Robert Lewandowski – 407 goals
With an unmatched decade tally, Lewandowski’s peak at Bayern Munich established him as Europe’s top scorer.
These players have each left an enduring impact, showcasing skill, consistency, and an eye for goal unmatched in recent memory.