The Top 100 Goalscorers in Premier League History

98. Dominic Calvert-Lewin – 57 goals

Calvert-Lewin rose through the ranks at Everton, becoming a reliable goal threat. His aerial prowess and positioning make him a classic number nine in the modern era.

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97. Niall Quinn – 59 goals

The towering Irishman played for Manchester City and Sunderland with distinction. Quinn combined physicality with smart link-up play, forming deadly strike partnerships.

96. Gianfranco Zola – 59 goals

Zola brought creativity and magic to Chelsea’s attack in the 1990s. Though not prolific, his 59 goals came with style, often dazzling fans with his technique.

95. Peter Beardsley – 59 goals

An intelligent second striker, Beardsley’s goals came as part of a broader creative influence at clubs like Newcastle and Everton. He was a master at unlocking defences.

94. Raúl Jiménez – 59 goals

Jiménez quickly became Wolves’ talisman after joining the Premier League. His blend of strength and finesse made him a constant goal threat before injury stalled his rise.

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93. David Silva – 60 goals

Better known for his assists, Silva still managed to net 60 goals for Manchester City. His ability to drift into space and finish clinically was a vital weapon.

92. Yaya Touré – 60 goals

A powerhouse from midfield, Yaya Touré was unstoppable at his peak. His late runs and thunderous strikes defined City’s title-winning sides.

91. Phil Foden – 61 goals

Still early in his career, Phil Foden is rapidly climbing the goal charts. His technical ability and eye for goal suggest many more will follow.

90. David Beckham – 62 goals

Famous for his crosses and free kicks, Beckham was also a dependable scorer. His long-range efforts and set-pieces made him a threat anywhere on the pitch.

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89. Bruno Fernandes – 62 goals

Since arriving at Manchester United, Fernandes has consistently added goals from midfield. His penalty-taking and creative instincts make him a pivotal figure.

88. Robert Pirès – 62 goals

Part of Arsenal’s invincibles, Pirès scored elegant and important goals. He often arrived unmarked at the edge of the box, finishing with trademark finesse.

87. Stan Collymore – 62 goals

Collymore was a strong and clinical forward who starred at Nottingham Forest and Liverpool. He possessed a thunderous shot and excellent movement.

86. Dean Holdsworth – 63 goals

Holdsworth had productive spells with Wimbledon and Bolton. A classic centre-forward, he thrived in the physical nature of the 90s Premier League.

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85. Anthony Martial – 63 goals

Martial’s United career has been marked by flashes of brilliance. Capable of playing across the front line, he’s delivered important goals when fit and in form.

84. Alexis Sánchez – 63 goals

Sánchez was a dynamo for Arsenal, combining relentless energy with a lethal finish. His time at Manchester United was less fruitful, but his goal tally remained strong.

83. Diogo Jota – 63 goals

Jota impressed at Wolves before becoming a versatile scorer for Liverpool. Quick, clever, and clinical, he continues to contribute important goals.

82. Mark Hughes – 64 goals

Hughes was a powerful striker who thrived in physical duels. His ability to score spectacular volleys made him a cult hero at Manchester United and Chelsea.

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81. Richarlison – 64 goals

An unpredictable forward, Richarlison scored regularly for Watford and Everton. His combative style often masks his clinical finishing ability.

80. Paolo Di Canio – 66 goals

A maverick talent, Di Canio’s goals often came with flair and controversy. He lit up the Premier League with unforgettable moments, particularly at West Ham.

79. Gylfi Sigurdsson – 67 goals

A set-piece specialist, Sigurdsson’s goals were often stunning strikes from range. He was a creative force at Swansea and Everton.

78. Wilfried Zaha – 68 goals

Zaha became synonymous with Crystal Palace, leading their attack for years. Tricky and direct, he terrorised full-backs and chipped in with crucial goals.

77. Michail Antonio – 68 goals

Antonio reinvented himself as a striker and became West Ham’s all-time Premier League top scorer. His strength and unorthodox style made him a fan favourite.

76. Duncan Ferguson – 68 goals

Ferguson embodied Everton’s fighting spirit. A fearless aerial presence, he was known for his combative attitude and bullet headers.

75. Kevin Nolan – 69 goals

Nolan was a goal-scoring midfielder with a knack for arriving in the box. He had key spells at Bolton, Newcastle, and West Ham.

74. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – 69 goals

Aubameyang hit the ground running at Arsenal, becoming one of the league’s sharpest finishers. His pace and movement were devastating at his peak.

73. Luis Suárez – 69 goals

In just a few seasons, Suárez left a huge impression. His 2013–14 campaign was one of the greatest individual seasons in Premier League history.

72. Éric Cantona – 70 goals

Cantona brought swagger and success to Manchester United. A talismanic figure, his goals often came in big moments.

71. Brian Deane – 71 goals

Famous for scoring the first-ever Premier League goal, Deane had a solid scoring record. A traditional striker, he used strength and positioning to good effect.

70. Chris Armstrong – 71 goals

Armstrong’s quickness and finishing made him a key player for Crystal Palace and Tottenham. He delivered consistent scoring seasons in the late 90s.

69. Kevin De Bruyne – 72 goals

De Bruyne is better known for assists, but his powerful shot and smart positioning have helped him rack up goals too. A complete midfielder, he’s one of City’s greatest.

68. Danny Ings – 72 goals

Ings overcame serious injuries to become a clinical finisher, particularly at Southampton. His intelligent runs and tidy finishing make him a striker’s striker.

67. Gabriel Agbonlahor – 73 goals

Agbonlahor spent his entire Premier League career at Aston Villa. His speed and direct style made him a nightmare for defenders on the counter.

66. Ollie Watkins – 75 goals

Watkins quickly established himself at Aston Villa, combining pace and work rate. His goal tally continues to rise as he improves every season.

65. Gabriel Jesus – 76 goals

Jesus contributed goals and assists during Manchester City’s golden years. Now at Arsenal, he continues to provide movement and energy in the final third.

64. Danny Welbeck – 77 goals

Welbeck played for several top clubs including Manchester United and Arsenal. Despite injuries, he chipped in with important goals thanks to his athleticism and awareness.

63. Daniel Sturridge – 77 goals

At his peak, Sturridge was one of England’s best finishers, particularly during Liverpool’s title-chasing 2013–14 season. He combined elegance with a deadly left foot.

62. Tony Cottee – 78 goals

Cottee was a poacher par excellence, scoring consistently for West Ham and Everton. His sharp instincts made him a dependable goal-getter.

61. Gary Speed – 80 goals

Speed was a model of consistency and leadership across multiple clubs. He chipped in with goals from midfield, often via headers and late runs.

60. Theo Walcott – 80 goals

Walcott’s blistering pace helped him burst onto the scene at Arsenal. While his career had ups and downs, he still finished with a solid goal return.

59. Craig Bellamy – 80 goals

Bellamy brought energy and attitude to every team he joined. A versatile forward, he scored for clubs like Newcastle, Liverpool, and Manchester City.

58. Riyad Mahrez – 82 goals

Mahrez’s flair and close control made him a standout during Leicester’s title run. At Manchester City, he added consistent scoring to his wing play.

57. Roberto Firmino – 82 goals

Firmino was the glue in Liverpool’s famed front three. His goals were important, but his off-the-ball movement made the system tick.

56. Kevin Campbell – 83 goals

Campbell found success at Arsenal and later Everton, where he became a cult hero. A strong forward, he had a nose for goal and a key role in tight matches.

55. Chris Sutton – 83 goals

Sutton won the Premier League with Blackburn Rovers and was known for his aerial ability and link-up play. He later formed a strong partnership with Shearer.

54. Louis Saha – 84 goals

Saha was a powerful and technical striker who played for Fulham, Manchester United, and Everton. Injuries slowed him down, but his goal rate remained high.

53. Carlos Tevez – 84 goals

Tevez’s tenacity and clutch finishing helped both Manchester clubs win titles. His energy and ability to score from anywhere made him a fan favourite.

52. Erling Haaland – 84 goals

Haaland has stormed into the Premier League goal charts in record time. With pace, power, and precision, he’s already among the elite and climbing fast.

51. Eden Hazard – 85 goals

Hazard was Chelsea’s talisman for years, delivering solo brilliance and key goals. Though not a striker, his numbers and flair placed him among the league’s greats.

50. Fernando Torres – 85 goals

Torres exploded onto the scene with Liverpool, combining pace and clinical finishing. Though his time at Chelsea was less prolific, his Premier League legacy remains strong.

49. Christian Benteke – 86 goals

Benteke was a dominant aerial force, particularly during his time at Aston Villa. Injuries and inconsistency affected his later years, but his goal total speaks volumes.

48. Kevin Davies – 87 goals

Davies was known for his physicality and work ethic, especially at Bolton Wanderers. He wasn’t flashy, but he was relentlessly effective in leading the line.

47. Dennis Bergkamp – 87 goals

Bergkamp brought elegance and vision to Arsenal’s attack. Though not a pure striker, his goals often came in spectacular fashion, earning him legendary status.

46. Callum Wilson – 88 goals

Wilson’s consistency with Bournemouth and Newcastle has made him a reliable goal-getter. Injuries may have slowed him, but his instincts in the box are sharp.

45. Marcus Rashford – 89 goals

Rashford’s pace and finishing have made him a key player for Manchester United. With his best years likely ahead, he continues to climb the scoring charts.

44. Chris Wood – 89 goals

A traditional number nine, Wood made his mark at Burnley with physicality and aerial threat. His goal tally is a testament to his consistency.

43. James Beattie – 90 goals

Beattie enjoyed his most productive years at Southampton. A strong and fearless striker, he was always a handful for defenders.

42. Olivier Giroud – 90 goals

Giroud’s hold-up play and spectacular goals defined his time at Arsenal and Chelsea. Often underappreciated, he delivered crucial goals with class.

41. Ole Gunnar Solskjær – 91 goals

The “super sub” at Manchester United, Solskjær had a reputation for clutch goals. Despite limited starts, his efficiency made him one of the deadliest finishers.

40. Kevin Phillips – 92 goals

Phillips won the 1999–2000 Golden Boot with Sunderland—an extraordinary achievement. He remains the only Englishman to win the European Golden Shoe.

39. Mark Viduka – 92 goals

Viduka combined skill and strength during his time at Leeds and Middlesbrough. He was especially known for scoring in big games.

38. Dimitar Berbatov – 94 goals

Berbatov brought calm and class to Manchester United and Spurs’ attacks. His effortless style belied a ruthless streak in front of goal.

37. Yakubu Aiyegbeni – 95 goals

“Feed the Yak and he will score” was no exaggeration. Yakubu was a clinical finisher for Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, and Everton.

36. Ruud van Nistelrooy – 95 goals

In just five seasons, Van Nistelrooy scored 95 goals for Manchester United. His movement, precision, and poise made him one of the best pure finishers in Premier League history.

35. Emmanuel Adebayor – 97 goals

Adebayor played for Arsenal, City, and Spurs, scoring goals at all of them. Tall and technically sound, he was a versatile threat.

34. Matt Le Tissier – 101 goals

Le Tissier scored some of the most memorable goals in Premier League history. A master from the penalty spot and long range, he was Southampton’s hero for years.

33. Cristiano Ronaldo – 103 goals

Across two spells with Manchester United, Ronaldo scored over 100 goals with style and power. His return to the league further added to an already legendary status.

32. Didier Drogba – 104 goals

Drogba was the ultimate big-game player for Chelsea. His physicality and clutch finishing made him one of the Premier League’s most feared strikers.

31. Peter Crouch – 106 goals

Crouch used his 6’7” frame to devastating effect. More than just a target man, he scored every type of goal and was beloved by fans.

30. Darren Bent – 106 goals

Bent was a reliable scorer for clubs like Charlton, Sunderland, and Aston Villa. His speed and timing helped him consistently hit double figures.

29. Paul Scholes – 107 goals

Scholes scored screamers and clever finishes throughout his Manchester United career. A midfield general, his goal tally is remarkable for his position.

28. Ryan Giggs – 108 goals

Giggs was a constant presence for Manchester United for over two decades. Though a winger, he contributed crucial goals year after year.

27. Emile Heskey – 110 goals

Heskey’s contributions often went beyond goals, but he still hit 110. Strong and selfless, he was key to many successful strike partnerships.

26. Dion Dublin – 111 goals

Dublin was a powerful forward and an aerial expert. He had success with Coventry and Aston Villa during the 90s and early 2000s.

25. Sadio Mané – 111 goals

Mané was a vital cog in Liverpool’s recent success. His pace, pressing, and clinical finishing made him one of the best wingers in Premier League history.

24. Ian Wright – 113 goals

Wrighty was Arsenal’s top scorer until Henry came along. Known for his sharp instincts, he scored with both style and consistency.

23. Steven Gerrard – 121 goals

Gerrard carried Liverpool with spectacular goals from midfield. A talismanic leader, he was always ready to strike when it mattered most.

22. Romelu Lukaku – 121 goals

Lukaku was prolific across stints with Chelsea, West Brom, Everton, and Manchester United. Strong and clinical, he’s one of Belgium’s all-time greats.

21. Raheem Sterling – 123 goals

Sterling evolved from a raw winger to a consistent scorer at City and Chelsea. His intelligent runs and cool finishes have made him one of England’s top talents.

20. Dwight Yorke – 123 goals

Yorke shined brightest at Manchester United, forming a deadly duo with Andy Cole. His flair and composure made him a standout striker.

19. Nicolas Anelka – 125 goals

Anelka played for six Premier League clubs and scored at all of them. His cool finishing and positional sense made him a constant threat.

18. Robbie Keane – 126 goals

Keane was known for his intelligent movement and crisp finishing. Spurs’ all-time leading Premier League scorer, he also had spells at Leeds and Liverpool.

17. Heung-min Son – 127 goals

Son’s two-footed finishing and devastating counter-attacks have made him one of Tottenham’s all-time greats. His consistency and flair keep him climbing the list.

16. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink – 127 goals

Hasselbaink’s powerful shots and relentless goal-hunting brought success to Leeds and Chelsea. He was one of the most feared strikers of his time.

15. Robin van Persie – 144 goals

Van Persie had majestic spells at Arsenal and Manchester United. His elegant finishing and technique earned him the 2012–13 Golden Boot.

14. Jamie Vardy – 145 goals

From non-league to Premier League champion, Vardy’s story is legendary. His pace and finishing sparked Leicester’s incredible title win.

13. Teddy Sheringham – 146 goals

Sheringham aged like fine wine, scoring into his late 30s. His intelligence and vision made him a vital figure at Spurs and United.

12. Les Ferdinand – 149 goals

“Sir Les” was a powerhouse striker who starred for QPR, Newcastle, and Spurs. Aerial dominance and sharp shooting defined his career.

11. Michael Owen – 150 goals

Owen burst onto the scene as a teenage sensation at Liverpool. Injuries shortened his peak, but his blistering pace and finishing were unforgettable.

10. Robbie Fowler – 162 goals

Nicknamed “God” by Liverpool fans, Fowler was a natural-born finisher. His quick reactions and ability to score from tight angles made him one of the deadliest strikers of the 90s.

9. Jermain Defoe – 163 goals

Defoe’s sharp movement and instinctive finishing helped him succeed at multiple clubs. His longevity and consistency ensured a place among the greats.

8. Thierry Henry – 175 goals

Arguably the most graceful striker the league has seen, Henry revolutionized the role of a forward at Arsenal. With blistering pace and sublime skill, he claimed four Golden Boots.

7. Frank Lampard – 177 goals

The highest-scoring midfielder in Premier League history, Lampard made late runs into the box an art form. He was Chelsea’s heartbeat for over a decade.

6. Sergio Agüero – 184 goals

Agüero’s clinical edge helped shape Manchester City’s golden era. His title-winning goal in 2012 remains one of the league’s most iconic moments.

5. Mohamed Salah – 185 goals

Salah has redefined consistency and explosiveness from the wing at Liverpool. With three Golden Boots, he’s become one of the league’s modern legends.

4. Andy Cole – 187 goals

Cole was a goal machine, especially during his time at Newcastle and Manchester United. His pace, positioning, and understanding with Dwight Yorke were key to United’s treble win.

3. Wayne Rooney – 208 goals

England’s and Manchester United’s all-time top scorer, Rooney blended grit with genius. He evolved from a fiery teenager to a complete forward over two decades.

2. Harry Kane – 213 goals

Tottenham’s talisman and now the Bundesliga’s star, Kane climbed the scoring charts with lethal finishing and intelligent play. He’s second only to the one man who reigns supreme.

1. Alan Shearer – 260 goals

The Premier League’s undisputed goal king, Shearer set the benchmark with 260 goals. Combining strength, precision, and leadership, his record has stood untouched for over 15 years.