Harry Kane Breaks Messi’s Record – Fastest Players to Reach 20 Goal Contributions
Harry Kane has written his name into the history books after smashing Lionel Messi’s record for the fastest player to hit 20 goal contributions at the start of a season. The Bayern Munich striker has been in unstoppable form, and his record-breaking start only cements his status as one of the greatest forwards of his generation. Here’s a look at the top 10 fastest players to achieve this milestone, starting from number 10.
10. Cristiano Ronaldo – 990 minutes (2014/15, Real Madrid)
Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2014/15 season with Real Madrid was another chapter in his legendary career. The Portuguese superstar hit 20 goal contributions in just 990 minutes, underlining his clinical nature in front of goal and his consistency at the very top level.
9. Kylian Mbappé – 959 minutes (2018/19, PSG)
A young Kylian Mbappé was already lighting up Ligue 1 during the 2018/19 season. The French sensation needed only 959 minutes to reach 20 goal contributions, showcasing his electric pace, skill, and finishing ability.
8. Serhou Guirassy – 953 minutes (2023/24, VfB Stuttgart)
Serhou Guirassy enjoyed a breakout season in the Bundesliga with Stuttgart. His 953-minute milestone proved he could mix it with the elite strikers of Europe and turned him into one of the most feared finishers in Germany.
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7. Erling Haaland – 915 minutes (2022/23, Manchester City)
Erling Haaland’s debut season in the Premier League was nothing short of extraordinary. He reached 20 goal contributions in just 915 minutes, continuing his reputation as a record-smashing striker wherever he plays.
6. Claudio Pizarro – 910 minutes (2012/13, Bayern Munich)
Claudio Pizarro was the quickest player outside of Kane and Messi to hit this milestone. The Peruvian striker reached 20 goal contributions in just 910 minutes during the 2012/13 season for Bayern, proving his underrated quality.
5. Harry Kane – 891 minutes (2024/25, Bayern Munich)
Just one season ago, Harry Kane already ranked among the fastest players to hit 20 goal contributions. In 2024/25, the Englishman achieved it in 891 minutes as he seamlessly adapted to life in Germany.
4. Harry Kane – 871 minutes (2020/21, Tottenham Hotspur)
Back in his Tottenham days, Kane was also setting the pace in the Premier League. He reached the 20-contribution mark in just 871 minutes, confirming his status as one of Europe’s elite forwards long before his Bayern move.
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3. Lionel Messi – 844 minutes (2016/17, Barcelona)
Lionel Messi’s brilliance continued into the 2016/17 campaign when he took just 844 minutes to hit the milestone. The Argentine genius was once again at the heart of Barcelona’s dominance, dictating games with goals and assists.
2. Lionel Messi – 749 minutes (2011/12, Barcelona)
During his Ballon d’Or–winning peak, Messi reached 20 goal contributions in only 749 minutes in the 2011/12 season. This record stood for more than a decade and highlighted why many regard him as the greatest ever.
1. Harry Kane – 742 minutes (2025/26, Bayern Munich)
Harry Kane now sits at the top of the list with a staggering 742 minutes needed to reach 20 goal contributions this season. With 17 goals and 3 assists in just 5 Bundesliga games, the England captain is rewriting records and leading Bayern Munich to yet another unstoppable campaign.
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