The 2023 24 season kicks off and here are the current top 10 leaders for the European Golden Boot. Haaland won the European Golden Boot for the 2022 23 season. The Norway international won the award for the first time, scoring a staggering 36 goals in 35 Premier League games for Manchester City alone. Now, entering Etihad's second season, will he be able to win the Golden Boot for the second time in a row?
Eurosport determines the ranking by calculating the number of goals scored by the players and the competitiveness of the league they are playing in (e.g. goals scored * league intensity = total points).
League |coefficient ranking |
Premier League | 2 |
La Liga | 2 |
Serie A | 2 |
Bundesliga | 2 |
Ligue 1 | 2 |
Austrian Liga | 1.5 |
Ruichao | 1.5 |
Tuchao | 1.5 |
So, now that the season has begun, foreign media have analyzed the current top 10 leaders of the Golden Boot in Europe's top five leagues, based only on the number of goals scored by players in these leagues.
10.Dominic Solanke (Bournemouth) - 22 points.
Under the leadership of Anthony Ilaola, Dominic Solanke has reached his full potential in the Premier League. The striker played a key role in Bournemouth's rise and helped the team earn key points. He is now league topped with the third-highest 11 goals in the Premier League, six more than in all of last season.
9.Lloyce Oppenda (RB Leipzig) - 22 points.
The €38.5 million summer signing has made a mark on his smooth adaptation in the Bundesliga. After scoring 21 goals in Ligue 1 for Lens last season, Llois Oppenda seems unrelenting in Germany. With a staggering record of 11 goals, including two shocking braces, he is replicating the trajectory of his previous season's success.
8.Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) - 24 points.
Mohamed Salah has ignited the Premier League this season, scoring a staggering 12 goals in just 18 games!He's quickly left behind last season's goal tally and we're not even halfway there. The Egyptian maestro leads a rejuvenated Liverpool team that has proven himself to be a relentless force that defenders can't contain.
7.Borja Mayoral (Getafe) - 24 points.
Borja Mayoral has discovered his scoring prowess in the excitement of Spanish football. He competed closely with Jude Bellingham in La Liga's battle for the top scorer title, with just one goal separating them from each other. His dazzling performances in Getafe ignited the team's aggressive quest for European qualification.
6.Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) - 26 points.
Jude Bellingham has made waves in La Liga this season. The 20-year-old midfielder was not beaten by the 10.3 billion euros, he scored frequently in Spain. His flexibility on the pitch and his nose for goals have made him a favourite among fans. Many have praised him as one of the most promising young players in world football, and that is evident.
5.Elan Haaland (Manchester City) - 28 points.
Aland Haaland needs no more words. The Norwegian won his first European Golden Boot last season and, based on his current form, a second trophy is definitely not out of the question. He was once again scoring for Manchester City at breakneck speed. Citizens are chasing a fourth Premier League title, and this guy will play a vital role.
4.Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan) - 30 points.
Lautaro Martinez has been outstanding in Serie A this season. The Inter Milan striker has scored an impressive 15 goals in just 16 games, proving that there is still life left behind Romelu Lukaku. It is clear that Martinez is a special player. If he maintains this level of performance, there is no doubt that he will be one of the most promising candidates for the European Golden Boot.
3.Seru Girassie (Stuttgart) - 34 points.
Sérí Girassi is one of the deadliest strikers in the Bundesliga at the moment. The Stuttgart star has scored an astonishing 17 goals in 14 games. But his impact on the team was more than just goals, his performances were nothing short of magnificent. His performance helped Stuttgart move up to third place in the standings.
2.Kylian Mbappe (Paris Saint-Germain) - 36 points.
Who needs Messi or Neymar?Paris Saint-Germain have an unstoppable force, and that's Kylian Mbappe!The brilliant striker ignited Ligue 1 once again, scoring an incredible 18 goals for Paris Saint-Germain in just 16 games. It will be exciting to see how he grows and keep his momentum in pursuit of the prestigious European Golden Boot as the season unfolds.
1.Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) - 42 points.
At €100 million, Harry Kane looks like he's worth the money for Bayern Munich. The England captain has adapted smoothly to Bundesliga football. He scored an incredible 21 goals in his first 15 games to lead Bayern to more trophies. Bayern are chasing their 12th consecutive league title and Kane is giving it his all, can any team stop him?
The 2024 European Golden Boot competition is also full of talent and gold. So who do you think will win the European Golden Boot in 2024?
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