The race to be Europe’s most prolific goalscorer of the 2020s is tighter than ever, with just one goal separating the four leading names on the list.
While the previous decade was dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, a new generation of elite forwards has taken control across Europe’s top five leagues.
From the relentless consistency of Harry Kane and Robert Lewandowski to the explosive scoring power of Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, the battle for goals has defined football throughout the decade so far.
According to a post obtained from Planet Football on Monday, here are the leading scorers in Europe’s top five leagues since the start of 2020.
Ante Budimir – 89 goals
The CA Osasuna striker has quietly become one of La Liga’s most reliable forwards. Despite rarely receiving global attention, Budimir has consistently delivered goals for Osasuna and remains among Spain’s most dependable scorers.
Dusan Vlahovic – 89 goals
After breaking through with ACF Fiorentina, Vlahovic continued his scoring form with Juventus FC. Although he has not hit the 20-goal mark in Turin, his consistency keeps him among Europe’s top scorers this decade.
Ollie Watkins – 91 goals
Since joining Aston Villa FC in 2020, Watkins has developed into one of the Premier League’s most dependable attackers, scoring double figures in every top-flight season.
Jonathan David – 93 goals
The Canadian forward made his name with Lille OSC before moving to Juventus. Most of his goals came in Ligue 1, where he established himself as one of France’s most clinical finishers.
Serhou Guirassy – 101 goals
Guirassy has enjoyed prolific spells in both France and Germany, particularly with VfB Stuttgart and Borussia Dortmund.
Lautaro Martinez – 118 goals
The Inter Milan captain has been one of Serie A’s deadliest forwards throughout the decade, including multiple 20-goal league campaigns.
Mohamed Salah – 128 goals
Liverpool FC legend Salah has continued his remarkable consistency in front of goal, winning Golden Boots and driving Liverpool’s title pushes with relentless scoring numbers.
Robert Lewandowski – 174 goals
The former FC Bayern Munich striker continued his incredible output after joining FC Barcelona, proving age has done little to slow him down.
Kylian Mbappe – 174 goals
After dominating Ligue 1 with Paris Saint-Germain FC, Mbappe carried his scoring brilliance to Real Madrid CF, where he immediately became La Liga’s leading scorer.
Erling Haaland – 174 goals
From Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City FC, Haaland has shattered records with astonishing efficiency and remains one of football’s most feared strikers.
Harry Kane – 175 goals
One goal clear at the top is the FC Bayern Munich forward, who added Bundesliga dominance to the prolific numbers he already produced with Tottenham Hotspur FC in the Premier League.
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