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All-time top goalscorers for Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League

Lautaro Martinez has entered the all-time top goalscorers list in the UCL for Inter Milan after scoring his 10th goal for the club.

May 17, 2023, 5:44 AM4 min read

Inter Milan booked their tickets for the UEFA Champions League 2022/23 Final after defeating AC Milan 3-0 on aggregate. Internazionale got their lead in the first leg by 2-0 and it was pretty much ended from their side. AC Milan weren't good enough to go face-to-face with Inter Milan. It is not confirmed which team Inter will face in the Final between Real Madrid or Manchester City but it is a huge moment for them as they reached the final after 13 years. Lautaro Martinez has entered the all-time top goalscorers in the Champions League list for Inter Milan after scoring his 10th goal for the club. In this article, we'll have a look at the list consisting of the players with the most number of goals for Internazionale.

Read Also: Inter Milan vs AC Milan: Lautaro Martinez goal sends Nerazzurri to the UEFA Champions League final

All-time top goalscorers for Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League:

There are many Legends of the game who have represented Inter on the biggest stage of the Club Competition. Lautaro Martinez has already become a Legend for them after breaking so many records for them. He entered the list of the top goalscorers list in the Champions League for Inter after scoring the 10th goal for the club.

Adriano Leite Ribeiro | 14 Goals

Adriano was considered the long-term successor to Ronaldo but was marked by inconsistency and a decline in his performances which coincided with the death of his father. He scored 14 goals for Inter Milan in the Champions League and is still the all-time top goalscorer for the club.

All-time top goalscorers | Adriano Leite Ribeiro | Sportz Point
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Julio Cruz | 13 Goals

Julio Cruz has played six seasons for Internazionale in his career. He has represented the club in 39 European Competition games and has scored 13 goals during those games. All of those goals came in the Champions League for him. He wasn't able to win the title with the club but provided plenty of goals and assists during his tenure at the club.

All-time top goalscorers | Julio Cruz | Sportz Point
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Hernán Crespo | 11 Goals

The Argentine Known for his technical skill, speed, and intelligence, Crespo played for Inter for a total of four seasons, initially in the 2002/03 campaign and then between 2006 and 2009. He made 117 appearances for the Nerazzurri across Serie A, the Coppa Italia, the Italian Super Cup, and the Champions League, scoring 46 goals along the way and helping Inter to win three Scudetto titles and two Italian Super Cups. He didn't win the Champions League title but provided Inter with 11 goals in the competition.

All-time top goalscorers | Hernán Crespo | Sportz Point
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Samuel Eto'o | 10 Goals

The Cameroonian was crucial to the club's stunning string of successes between 2009 and 2011. In 2009/10, Eto'o kicked off the campaign up front alongside Milito, firing Inter to Serie A glory, but it was in the Champions League that he made the biggest mark. The forward scored against Chelsea, played a nail-biter match against his former club Barcelona and then scored the crucial goals against Bayern Munich in the Final. Inter Milan lifted their third UCL trophy in 2010 and after 13 years they are in the Final once again.

Samuel Eto'o | Sportz Point
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Lautaro Martinez | 10 Goals

Lautaro Martinez is one of the best strikers Inter Milan have ever got in their history of Football. He matched the All-time top goalscorers tally after scoring the goal against AC Milan in the 2nd leg of the Semi-Final at San Siro. Martinez is now on the same goal-scoring table as Eto'o in the Champions League for Inter Milan. The Argentine forward won the World Cup in 2022 and he has a great chance to win the UCL in the same season too.

Lautaro Martinez | Sportz Point
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UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase Draw LIVE Updates, and News: Real vs Inter; Bayern vs PSG; Bayern vs Barcelona

Get the real-time updates and news of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 league phase draw in Monaco on Sportz Point's LIVE Blog.

Aug 28, 2025, 5:11 PM1 min read

UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase Draw LIVE Updates, and News | sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to our LIVE blog coverage of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase Draw.

I’m Barnali Debnath, here to bring you all the latest updates, insights, and reactions as the groups for this prestigious tournament are unveiled.

Tonight’s draw will set the stage for one of the most exciting and competitive seasons in European club football, with top teams from across the continent finding out their opponents and potential paths to glory.

Read Also: 20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025]

Stay tuned for minute-by-minute updates, expert analysis, and breaking news as the drama of the draw unfolds.

Whether you’re a passionate fan or a football enthusiast, this is your go-to destination for everything related to the Champions League draw

LIVE Updates

Aug 28, 2025, 5:20 PM

Matchweek of UCL 2025/26

Matchday 1: 16–18 September 2025
Matchday 2: 30 September–1 October 2025
Matchday 3: 21/22 October 2025
Matchday 4: 4/5 November 2025
Matchday 5: 25/26 November 2025
Matchday 6: 9/10 December 2025
Matchday 7: 20/21 January 2026
Matchday 8: 28 January 2026

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When the fixtures will be published?

The fixture for the league phase of UCL 2025/26 will be published on Saturday, this week.

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Kairat Almaty

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Copenhagen

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PAFOS

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Union SG

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Newcastle United

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Galatasaray

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Monaco

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Qarabag

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Athletic Club

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Pot 3 is done!

Only 9 teams are left, knowing their two opponents each. 

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Napoli

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PSV

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Slavia Praha

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Ajax

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Olympiacos

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Sporting CP

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Bodo/Glimt

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Tottenham Hotspur

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Marseille

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Pot 2 is done

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Villarreal

Villarreal's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Juventus

Juventus' opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Frankfurt

Frankfurt's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Club Brugge

Club Brugge's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Benfica

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Atalanta

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Arsenal

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Bayer Leverkusen

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Manchester City's opponents

Manchester City's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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PSG

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Barcelona's opponents

Barcelona's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Here are Liverpool's opponents

Liverpool's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Borussia Dortmund

UCL 2025/26 Draw LIVE

Aug 28, 2025, 4:34 PM

Third is Real Madrid

Real Madrid's opponents for UCL 2025/26

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Second is Chelsea

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Bayern Munich are the first team to be picked out

Bayern Munich's path for UCL 2025/26

Aug 28, 2025, 4:30 PM

Zlatan will pick teams and Kaka will reveal the opponent!

Aug 28, 2025, 4:21 PM

Kaka meets Zlatan!

The former Brazilian star, who is one of the very few players to win the Champions League, FIFA World Cup and Ballon d'Or award in his career, comes on stage to share his UCL memories.

"We had a great team, a great coach and amazing supporters," he says of the Italian side's triumph in 2006/07. "Winning that trophy is really amazing – it's one of the best moments in my career," Kaka said.

Aug 28, 2025, 4:18 PM

Ibrahimovic wins the UEFA President's Award

The former footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic wins the UEFA President's Award 2025.

Aug 28, 2025, 4:11 PM

THE TROPHY

UEFA Champions League league phase draw LIVE: The Champions League trophy

Aug 28, 2025, 4:07 PM

"It is almost impossible"

Aug 28, 2025, 4:02 PM

THE ANTHEM!

The event starts with the Champions league anthem, performed by LIVE singers on stage. 

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KAKA 😍

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Look who's here

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Pots for the draw

Pot 1: Paris, Real Madrid, Man City, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Inter, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, Barcelona
Pot 2: Arsenal, Leverkusen, Atleti, Benfica, Atalanta, Villarreal, Juventus, Frankfurt, Club Brugge
Pot 3: Tottenham, PSV, Ajax, Napoli, Sporting CP, Olympiacos, Slavia Praha, Bodø/Glimt, Marseille
Pot 4: Copenhagen, Monaco, Galatasaray, Union SG, Qarabağ, Athletic Club, Newcastle, Pafos, Kairat Almaty

Aug 28, 2025, 3:07 PM

The draw format

A total of 36 teams will compete in this phase, divided into four pots based on their UEFA club coefficient rankings. 

The reigning Champions League holders, PSG, are automatically placed as the top seed in pot 1. Each club will face eight different clubs, facing two clubs from each pot, one match at home and one away.

The draw will ensure that teams do not play against clubs from their own association more than twice.

Aug 28, 2025, 3:05 PM

How to watch the event?

Football fans from India can watch the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 league phase draw on the Sony LIV app and website. Moreover, the event will also be televised on Sony Sports Network channels as well.

Aug 28, 2025, 3:04 PM

Event details

When: 28 September 2025

Time: 9.30 pm IST

Venue: Grimaldi Forum, Monaco

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East Bengal FC Trophies List

East Bengal FC are one of the most decorated football club in Indian football. In this article, we'll have a look at their trophy cabinet.

Aug 4, 2025, 8:00 PM4 min read

East Bengal FC are the Champions of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024  Image - X

East Bengal is one of Asia's biggest and most supported football clubs. In October 2020, the club was voted as the most popular football club in India on an AFC poll by its supporters.

The East Bengal Club was established on 1st August 1920 by Suresh Chandra Chaudhury along with some other dignitaries, and the club's first captain was Ramesh Chandra Sen.

The Kolkata-based club has created a lot of records and won so many trophies. The Football club was going through a tough phase as they hadn't won a major trophy since the 2013-14 season.

But, under the new Manager and coaching staff, the Red & Gold Brigade are playing good football. So, let's look at the trophies East Bengal has won in its footballing history.

East Bengal FC Trophies List

East Bengal played their first match in the 1920 Hercules Cup, which was a 7-a-side tournament that they won. They won their first-ever full tournament in 1921 and lifted the Khogendra Shield.

The Red and Gold brigade qualified for the Calcutta Football League 1st division in 1925. They won their first 1st title in 1942. Then the Kolkata-based club lifted their first IFA Shield in 1943. In 1945, East Bengal won their first double, claiming both the Calcutta Football League and the IFA Shield.

From 1949-51, East Bengal became the first team to make a hat-trick of wins in the IFA Shield. In 1972, East Bengal won the Calcutta Football League, IFA Shield, Durand Cup, and Rovers Cup in a single season, becoming the first team to do so.

In 1972, East Bengal also made a record of being the first and till date, only Indian team to win the Calcutta Football League without conceding a single goal, which they again repeated in 1991.

East Bengal won its first First Division league title in 1942 and has since won it a record 39 times. They have also won eight Federation Cups, three Super Cups, a record 29 IFA Shields, the Kuladakanta Shield, and MLA CUP, alongside 16 Durand Cup titles, making the club one of the most decorated in Indian football.

International Tournaments
Type Tournament No. Years
AFC Central Asia Champions' Cup 1 1985
AFF ASEAN Club Championship 1S 2003
ANFA Nepal Wai Wai Cup 1 1993
- Nepal San Miguel International Cup 1 2004
Total 4
Domestic Major Titles
India National Football League 3 2000–01, 2002–03, 2003–04
India Federation Cup / Super Cup 9 1978, 1980, 1985, 1996, 2007, 2009–10, 2010, 2012, 2024
India Indian Super Cup 3 1997, 2006, 2011
India Calcutta Football League 40 1942–2024 (see original list for full years)
India IFA Shield 29 1943–2012 (see original list)
India Durand Cup 16 1951–2004 (see original list)
India Rovers Cup 10 1949–1994 (see original list)
Total 110
Domestic Minor & Other Trophies
India DCM Trophy 7 1950–1983
India Bordoloi Trophy 5 1968–1992
India All Airlines Gold Cup 7 1987–2001
India Darjeeling Gold Cup 5 1976–2018
India McDowell's Cup 3 1995, 1997, 2000
India Sait Nagjee Football Tournament 2 1968, 1986
India Stafford Cup 2 1981, 1986
India Sanjay Gandhi Gold Cup 1 1984
India Kalinga Cup 1 1993
India SSS Trophy 2 1989, 1991
India Independence Day Cup 1 2002
India Dr. H. K. Mookherjee Shield 2 1957, 1961
India ATPA Shield 1 1992
India P. K. Nair Gold Cup 1 1956
India Kerala FA Shield 1 1968
India Mohammedan Sporting Platinum Jubilee Cup 1 2010
India Hercules Cup 1 1920
India Khogendra Cup 1 1921
India Chandannager Cup 1 1920
India Sachin Memorial Shield 1 1921
India Cooch Behar Cup 5 1924–1960
India Trades Cup 4 1960–1976
India Gladstone Cup 1 1929
India Griffith Shield 2 1929, 1946
India Lady Hardinge Shield 1 1940
India Lakshmibilas Cup 3 1920, 1968, 1969
India Bardwan Cup 1 1938
India S.C.I.S.T. Cup 1 1947
India William Younger Cup 2 1969, 1976
India Girija Shield 1 1942
India Raja Memorial Shield 1 1960
India Madhyamgram MLA Cup 1 2023
India Kulodakanta Memorial Shield 1 2023

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They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC

After winning the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Chelsea FC have now won every major trophy in football. Here is the trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC.

Jul 14, 2025, 11:55 AM3 min read

They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com

In the world of football, few clubs stand out like Chelsea FC. Their trophy cabinet tells a story of incredible success, proving that they have truly won it all!

With their recent UEFA Conference League 4-1 victory over Real Betis, Chelsea completed a historic sweep of all major UEFA titles, topping up with their 2nd FIFA Club World Cup title, all in 2025.

Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC that defines their successful journey in the football world. Take a look.

European Royalty: Conquering the Continent

Chelsea won the UEFA champions league 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the trophy of UEFA Champions League 2021 after their 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the final. Image | Twitter

Chelsea have battled across the continent's most prestigious stages and won every major UEFA club trophy, a feat few clubs can claim.

Their crowning achivements including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, notable defeating Bayern Munich [1-1 (4-3 pens)] in 2012 and Manchester City (1-0) in 2021.

Beyond the Champions League, Chelsea also lifted the UEFA Europa League twice (2013, 2019), and the now-defunct UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1971, famously against Real Madrid in the replay, and also in 1998.

Additionally, two UEFA Super Cup victories (1998, 2021) further highlight their continental dominance.

The collection was completed with their 2025 UEFA Conference League triumph, where Chelsea FC beat Real Betis 4-1 in the final.

The domestic dominance of Chelsea FC

Chelsea won the FA Cup in 1997 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea lifting their second FA Cup title in 1997 after defeating Middlesbrough (2-1) in the final. Image | Facebook

Beyond their European conquests, they have also established as masters of England by securing highest domestic honors.

The Blues clinched the First Division/Premier League title and impress six times (1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017) along with eight FA Cup victories (1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018). This makes them the competition's most successful team.

Their domestic dominance also extends to League Cup, which they have won five times in the following years: 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015.

Completing the Set: Global and Historic Honors

Chelsea FC won the FIFA Club World Cup in 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy after their 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in 2021. Image | Wikipedia

Chelsea's trophy cabinet truly lives upto the "won it all" status by having a collection of unique, historical, and global titles.

The FIFA Club World Cup win over Palmeiras (2-1) in 2021, made them only London club to win the Champions League as well as the FIFA Club World Cup. More recently, they added their 2nd CWC title after a dominating 3-0 victory over PSG in 2025.

Further adding to their phenomenal collection are four Charity/Community Shield triumphs (1955, 2000, 2005, 2009), which mark their traditional early-season dominance.

As we move down to the final count, Chelsea also holds two Full Members' Club Victories (1986, 1990).

A look at Chelsea's Trophy Cabinet:

Competition  Total Years
UEFA Champions League  2 2012, 2021
First Division/Premier League 6 1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017
FA Cup 8 1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018
League Cup 5 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015
UEFA Europa League  2 2013, 2019
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup 2 1971, 1978
UEFA Conference League 1 2025
FIFA Club World Cup 2 2021, 2025
UEFA Super Cup  2 1998, 2021
Charity/Community Shield 4 1955, 2000, 2005, 2009
Full Members' Club 2 1986, 1990

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Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History (Updated)

Lionel Messi, with his stunning free-kick goal against Nashville for Inter Miami in the MLS 2025, has now moved up to the third position in the top 10 list of most free-kick goals in football history.

Jul 13, 2025, 12:12 PM7 min read

Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History (Updated)

Free kicks or set pieces are one of the most effective methods to score a goal. However, it is also the hardest thing in football. But be it from outside the box or 30 yards from the box, free-kicks are one of the most beautiful things to watch in football when done correctly.

In this article, today we will list the player with the most free-kick goals in football history. 

Who has scored the most free-kick goals?

This is a regular question asked in football quizzes. To give your answer, it is Juninho Pernambucano from Brazil who has scored the most free-kick goals. He has scored 77 free-kick goals in his career.

Most Free-Kick Goals: Messi or Ronaldo?

Most Free-Kick Goals: Messi or Ronaldo? | sportzpoint.com

Whenever one discusses any football record, you can not leave Messi and Ronaldo out of it. At least, the fans can not leave it out. So, who has scored the most free-kick goals? Messi or Ronaldo?

Lionel Messi has overtaken Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of the most free-kick goals scored. Messi now has 69 free-kick goals, whereas Cristiano has 64 free-kick goals.

Read Also: Messi vs Ronaldo: Longest goal-scoring streak

If we break down the records of both Messi and Ronaldo, Messi has only 5 Champions League goals from the dead ball, and Ronaldo has 12. Messi has scored 58 free-kick goals in his club career, while Ronaldo has 53 against his name.

Read Also: 10 Most FA Cup Winners List: FA Cup in detail

Most Free-kick goals in the Premier League

The Premier League is said to be one of the toughest places to play football. Many greats have failed in the Premier League; however, many have flourished in the league as a legend of the game.

David Beckham has scored the most goals by a free-kick in Premier League history. He has scored as many as 18 times from the dead ball in his Premier League career.

Here is the list of players with the most free-kick goals in the Premier League-

  1. David Beckham - 18 goals
  2. James Ward-Prowse - 17 goals
  3. Cristiano Ronaldo - 12 goals
  4. Thierry Henry - 12 goals
  5. Gianfranco Zola - 12 goals

Read Also: Most Free-Kick Goals In Premier League

Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History

Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History | sportzpoint.com

#1 Juninho Pernambucano - 77 free-kick goals

#1 Juninho Pernambucano - 77 free-kick goals | Sportz Point
Juninho has scored the most free-kick goals in football history.

Known as the magnificent 7, Juninho was the best when it came to scoring from a dead-ball situation. The former Olympique Lyonnais legend and midfielder scored as many as 77 goals from set-pieces. Juninho is considered the greatest free-kick taker of all time.

He was also the inventor of the knuckle-ball technique shoots as well.

#2 Pele - 70 free-kick goals

Pele taking a free-kick in 1966.
Pele taking a free-kick in 1966. Image | X

The king of football, Pele, has scored 70 goals from set pieces. Pele could bend the ball both ways with fierce power.

Moreover, his immense game knowledge to out-think the goalkeeper helped him net the ball more often than not. The Brazilian striker's 1,279 goals in 1,363 games, which include friendlies, are recognised as a Guinness World Record.

#3 Lionel Messi: 69 Free-kick goals

Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History (Updated) - Lionel Messi: 69 Free-kick goals | sportzpoint.com
Messi after scoring his 69th career free-kick goal, for Inter Miami, against Nashville. Image | Inter Miami

There is hardly any top 10 attacking list or record in football where you will not find the Argentine maestro, Lionel Messi. Although before 2014, Messi was not considered prolific from the dead ball, he has just proved everyone wrong with his free-kick record since then.

Till now, the Argentinian legend has scored 69 free-kick goals. 58 of those have come for the clubs he has played and 11 for Argentina.

More than that, Messi now has scored a free-kick in every 16.1 match, which speaks volumes for his accuracy from the dead-ball position.

#4 Víctor Legrotaglie - 66 free-kick goals

Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History - Víctor Legrotaglie - 66 free-kick goals | sportzpoint.com

The Argentine from the 1970s is considered to be the greatest player in Mendoza football. Along with his stunning shooting ability, Victor was known for his 12 Olympic Goals for Argentina as well. There is a stadium named after him in Argentina.

#5 Ronaldinho- 66 free-kick goals

Ronaldinho has scored 66 free-kick goals in his career | Sportz Point
Ronaldinho scored 66 free-kick goals in his career. Image | Goal

The magician from Brazil was brilliant from any position. Ronaldinho had everything as a footballer. Hence, having the skill to net the ball from a distance was also in his armoury. The Brazilian legend scored 66 goals from set-pieces in his career.

Also Read: Top 10 highest scoring midfielders in the 21st century: Football facts

#6 David Beckham: 65 Free-kick goals

David Beckham has scored 66 free-kick goals in his career | Sportz Point
David Beckham taking the famous free-kick that took England to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

The famous phrase, "Bend it like Beckham", suggests how good Beckham was when it came to scoring from a free-kick. Beckham scored 65 goals from set-pieces in his career. His free-kick to take England to the 2002 FIFA World Cup is still cherished as one of the best moments in English football.

Read Also: Erling Haaland: Top 10 fastest to 20 UEFA Champions League goals

#7 Cristiano Ronaldo - 64 free-kick goals

Cristiano Ronaldo scores his 64th career free-kick goal - sportzpoint.com

With his latest free-kick goal in the Saudi Pro League 2024 against Al-Fayha FC, Ronaldo has now moved to the seventh position in the most free-kick goals list. The Portuguese legend now has 64 free-kick goals against his name. With this free-kick goal, Ronaldo now has scored a free-kick goal every season since 2003-04.

Ronaldo till now has scored 53 free-kick goals for the clubs he has featured for and 11 for his national team, Portugal. He has now scored a free-kick in every 20.0 games.

#8 Diego Maradona- 62 free-kick goals

Maradona taking a free-kick in the 1986 FIFA World Cup | Sportz Point
Maradona taking a free-kick in the 1986 FIFA World Cup

The legend of Argentine football is one of the best in the history of the game. Maradona scored nearly 20% of his career goals with free-kicks. His free-kick against Juventus for Napoli is known as the 'Divine Free-Kick'. Diego scored 62 goals from set pieces in his career.

#9 Zico - 62 free-kick goals

Zico scored 62 free-kick goals in his career | Sportz Point
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Brazilian legend Zico scored 62 free-kick goals in his career. He was very accurate in his shooting skills. Zico is considered one of the world's best players of the late 1970s and early 1980s. The attacking midfielder was very accurate with his kicks. Along with his accuracy, his languid run-up was very famous in his era.

Read Also: Defenders who have won the Ballon d'Or award

#10 Ronald Koeman- 60 goals

Ronald Koeman- 60 free-kick goals | sportzpoint.com

The former Barcelona player and manager is known as one of the highest-scoring defenders of all time. The Dutch defensive midfielder also had his share of success with Ajax.

Koeman has scored nearly 25% of his goals with free-kicks. He is one of the high-scoring defenders in his era. Koeman scored 215 goals in his career and is one of the highest-scoring defenders ever.

#11 Rogerio Ceni - 59 goals

Rogerio Ceni is the highest-scoring goalkeeper in the history of the game | sportzpoint.com

To the shock of everyone, Ceni was a goalkeeper and he has scored 59 goals from dead-ball situations in his career. Ceni is the highest-scoring goalkeeper in the history of the game. He has scored 131 goals in his career.

Except for one goal, all of them came from penalties and free-kicks. The Brazilian played for 25 years, most of that for São Paulo.

Read Also: Goals by Goalkeepers: Top 5 Highest scoring goalkeepers

12. Marcelinho - 59 goals

Marcelinho scored 59 free-kick goals in his career - sportzpoint.com

Marcelinho is nicknamed "Pé-de-Anjo" for his accuracy with free-kicks. The attacking midfielder from Brazil has collected more trophies with Corinthians than any other player in their history. However, Marcelinho failed to feature in any World Cup matches for Brazil. Marcelinho has 505 goals in his career.

Note: States are accurate as of 13th July, 2025.

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Highest scoring footballers of the 21st century

Who has scored the most goals in the 21st century? In this article, we present to you the top 13 highest-scoring footballers of the 21st century. Check where Messi and Ronaldo stand.

Jun 27, 2025, 4:36 PM11 min read

Highest scoring footballers of the 21st century | sportzpoint.com

The 21st century has been a golden age for football, filled with breathtaking talents and goal-scoring giants. It gave us the legends whose legacy can never be matched, and moments to cherish for the longest time. 

The footballers indeed took this sport to another level, shaping the modern era with passion and brilliance. Join us as we count down the highest-scoring footballers in the 21st century, celebrating their remarkable journey.

13. Klaas-Jan Huntelaar (408 goals) | Netherlands

Klaas-Jan Huntelaar holds the 8th rank among Highest scoring footballers in the 21st century | sportzpoint.com
Klaas-Jan Huntelaar celebrating a winning goal in the added time for Netherlands in 2014 World Cup. Image | Facebook
  • Goals: 408
  • Matches: 738
  • Position: Forward

Securing the 13th position is Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar with 408 goals in 738 matches. He made his international debut in 2006 and was widely known for his lethal finishing. He reached the 2010 World Cup Final, where they ended up as runners-up.

Huntelaar won multiple Dutch Cups and Eredivisie titles for Ajax. He had a rollercoaster-like club journey, with his stints for AC Milan and Real Madrid. He later became a fan favourite for FC Schalke 04, where he was the Bundesliga's top scorer in 2011-12.

Breakdown of Huntelaar's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals International Matches Country Goals
662 366 76 42

Read Also: 11 players who have won the most trophies in football history.

12. Samuel Eto'o (424 goals) | Cameroon

Samuel Eto'o is 7th among the Highest scoring footballers in the 21st century | sportzpoint.com
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  • Goals: 424
  • Matches: 872
  • Position: Forward

Cameroon's iconic striker and all-time leading goal-scorer, Samuel Eto'o, holds the 12th spot with 424 goals in 872 matches, after his international debut in 1997.

From winning an Olympic gold medal in 2000 to leading the Indomitable Lions to back-to-back Africa Cup of Nations (2000, 2002) and winning 3 La Liga titles and 2 Champions League titles (2006, 2009) for Barcelona, he has done it all.

He then moved to Inter Milan and achieved a historic treble in 2010, winning Serie A, the Coppa Italia, and another Champions League under Jose Mourinho. Samuel is the only player to win back-to-back trebles with different clubs.

Breakdown of Samuel's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
754 368 118 56

11. David Villa (426 goals) | Spain

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  • Goals: 426
  • Matches: 827
  • Position: Forward

The former Spanish footballer, David Villa, holds the 10th position with 426 goals in 827 matches. He made his international debut in 2005 and has been unstoppable ever since. He was a crucial part of Spain's 2010 World Cup triumph, where his 5 goals made him a joint top scorer.

Villa also found immense success in his club career, where he won numerous titles for Barcelona, including the UEFA Champions League in 2011 and 2 La Liga titles. He also won another La Liga title with Atletico Madrid.

Additionally, he holds the record of being Spain's all-time top scorer, which is unmatched even years after his retirement (in 2019).

Breakdown of Villa's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
729 367 98 59

Read Also: Trophies won by Spain in International Football (Men's)

10. Sergio Aguero (426 goals) | Argentina

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  • Goals: 426
  • Matches: 786
  • Position: Forward

Sergio Aguero is an impressive Argentinian footballer who made his international debut in 2006, scoring 426 goals in 786 matches.

He won the 2021 Copa America with the national team, but unfortunately missed the chance to be a part of the World Cup-winning squad of 2022.

He became an icon for Manchester City, transforming into the leading goal-scorer, who played a key part in securing their first Premier League title in 44 years in 2012.

After that famous victory, he never looked back and went on to win 6 Premier League titles, 6 League Cups, and one FA Cup. He also holds the most Premier League hat-tricks (12 times).

Breakdown of Aguero's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
685 385 101 41

Read Also: Football facts: Players with the most Champions League finals without winning it ever.

9. Neymar Jr. (442 goals) | Brazil

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  • Goals: 442
  • Matches: 731
  • Position: Forward

Neymar is the only Brazilian footballer to make it to the top 10 of this list, with 442 goals in 731 matches. After his international debut in 2010, he quickly became the face of the national team.

He is now Brazil's all-time leading scorer, surpassing legendary Pele's long-standing record.

Neymar led Brazil to win an Olympic gold medal in 2016 and won the Confederations Cup in 2013. He also did brilliantly at club level, playing for Barcelona and PSG, and later moving to Al-Hilal and Santos.

Neymar is hands down the most exciting and effective attacker of his generation, who is equally fun to watch!

Read Also | Football facts: Brazil fails without Neymar! These stats prove that.

Breakdown of Neymar's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals International Matches Country Goals
603 363 128 79

8. Edinson Cavani (456 goals) | Uruguay

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  • Goals: 456
  • Matches: 865
  • Position: Forward

The Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani, who debuted internationally in 2008, scored 456 goals in 865 matches, which earned him the deserved spot here. He played a key role in Uruguay's 2011 Copa America win.

His scoring rate and passion made him the leading goal-scorer for Paris Saint-Germain (a record later surpassed by Kylian Mbappe). During his time at PSG, he won a collection of trophies, including six Ligue 1 titles, four French Cups, and five French League Cups.

Cavani also had successful spells at Napoli, Manchester United, and Valencia.

Breakdown of Cavani's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals International Matches Country Goals
729 398 136 58

7. Harry Kane (461) | England

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  • Goals: 461
  • Matches: 714
  • Position: Forward

Breaking into the top goalscorers and finally breaking his much-discussed trophy drought is England's captain, Harry Kane, with an impressive 461 goals in 714 appearances.

After his debut in 2015, he quickly established himself due to his all-around striking ability, pinpoint passing, and other skills.

For years, Kane's individual excellence, including winning multiple Premier League Golden Boots, was paired with an absence of team silverware. This narrative finally changed in 2025, after his transfer to Bayern Munich, where he played a pivotal role in their dominant 2024-25 Bundesliga title win.

Breakdown of Kane's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals International Matches Country Goals
607 388 107 73

Read Also: Is 2025 the miraculous year in sports history?

6. Karim Benzema (495 goals) | France

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  • Goals: 495
  • Matches: 955
  • Position: Forward

France and Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema is currently the sixth in the list of highest scoring footballers in the 21st century. One part of the famous B-B-C trio of Real Madrid, Benzema, is the second-highest goal scorer in Real Madrid's history. 

Till now, in his club career, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner and five-time UEFA Champions League winner has scored 458 goals in 858 matches. 

For France, before hanging up his international boots, he had scored 37 times in 97 appearances for Les Bleus. 

Read Also | 11 players who have won the most trophies in football history

Club Matches Club Goals International Matches Country Goals
858 458 97 37

5. Zlatan Ibrahimovic (558 goals) | Sweden

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  • Goals: 558
  • Matches: 949
  • Position: Forward

Entering the Top 5 of highest scoring footballers in the 21st century is the Swedish maestro Zlatan Ibrahimovic with 558 goals in 949 matches. He was widely recognised for his boldness, acrobatic finishes and lively personality.

In his 10 years for Sweden (2006-2016), he became the top scorer with 62 goals, most likely to remain unmatched for a long time. He represented his nation in multiple World Cups and European Cups.

Zlatan won league titles with Ajax, Inter Milan, Barcelona, AC Milan, and PSG. He also had a notable spell at Manchester United, winning the Europa League.

Moving on to his legendary individual records, he won the FIFA Puskas Award in 2013 for his phenomenal overhead kick against England. He is also the only player to score 50 Serie A goals for both Inter Milan and AC Milan.

Breakdown of Zlatan's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Matches
827 496 122 62

4. Luis Suarez (574 goals) | Uruguay

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Luis Suarez celebrates a goal for Uruguay. Image | BBC
  • Goals: 574
  • Matches: 972
  • Position: Forward

Uruguay's all-time leading goalscorer, Luis Suarez, makes his way to fourth rank with 574 goals in 972 matches. Known for his incredible skills and finishing, he was always a central figure in his nation's success since his debut in 2007.

Suarez won the 2011 Copa America and helped them reach the WTC semi-final in 2010. His club career is equally impressive. After winning the Dutch Cup with Ajax, he moved to Liverpool, becoming a Premier League top-scorer and earning a European Golden Shoe.

His prime time arrived at Barcelona, where he formed a fearsome attacking trio with Messi and Neymar. With Barcelona, he won La Liga titles, the Copa del Rey trophy, as well as the Champions League in 2015.

Read Also | MSN vs BBC: Rivalry of football's greatest trio in stats

Breakdown of Suarez's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
829 505 143 69

3. Robert Lewandowski (695 goals) | Poland

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  • Goals: 695 goals
  • Matches: 981
  • Position: Forward

Coming in at no. 3 is the Polish goal-machine, Robert Lewandowski, with 695 goals in 981 matches. He swiftly became his nation's all-time top scorer with the kind of positioning skills and consistency he has.

He made his international debut in 2008 and became one of the most celebrated Polish footballers of this century. He won two Bundesliga titles at Borussia Dortmund and later moved to Bayern Munich, where he cemented his status as one of the greatest strikers.

Lewandowski holds astonishing goal-scoring records, such as surpassing Gerd Muller's record for most goals in a single Bundesliga season (41 goals in 2020-21) and became the tournament's leading foreign scorer.

He also won two consecutive European Golden Shoes and 2 FIFA Best Men's Player awards.

Breakdown of Lewandowski's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
823 610 158 85

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2. Lionel Messi (866 goals) | Argentina

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  • Goals: 886
  • Matches: 1108
  • Position: Forward 

Probably the most anticipated name on the list, Argentina's golden boy, Lionel Messi, holds the 2nd position with a staggering 866 goals in 1108 matches. Having made his international debut in 2005, he had a career full of greatness, which shaped the modern era of football.

From Copa America glory to the 2022 World Cup triumph, which made the dreams of millions come true, there is not a single title left for him to fill his cabinet. He spent the majority of his career at the club level at Barcelona, becoming their all-time leading scorer.

Messi's unimaginable dribbling and scoring prowess earned him eight Ballon d'Or awards (which is the most by any player) and six European Golden Shoes. He also holds the record for most goals in a calendar year (91 in 2012).

It is really difficult to put the legacy of the greatest of all time into words and summarise in a couple of paragraphs!

Read Also | 10 legendary Barcelona players to wear jersey no. 10

Breakdown of Messi's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
853 754 193 112

Read Also: Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History (Updated)

1. Cristiano Ronaldo (938 goals) | Portugal

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  • Goals: 938
  • Matches: 1281
  • Position: Forward

Crowning the list as the highest scoring footballer in the 21st century is Portugal's indomitable Cristiano Ronaldo with 938 goals in 1281 matches. Following his debut in 2003, he was unstoppable and reached heights with his scoring talent.

He led Portugal to their first major international title (UEFA European Championship) in 2016 and followed it with the Nations League in 2019 and 2025. At club level, he won multiple titles with Manchester United, and later moved to Real Madrid, where he became the leading scorer.

Read Also | Every single trophy Cristiano Ronaldo has won in his career

Ronaldo's hunger for goals saw him achieve five Ballon d'Or awards and four European Golden Shoes.

His fitness and dedication to this game help him maintain an elite level of goal scoring in his late 30s, making him one of the greatest in the history of this sport.

Breakdown of Ronaldo's goals:

Club Matches Club Goals Country Matches Country Goals
1060 800 221 138

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