Scoring goals is the ultimate responsibility of attacking players, yet even top talents can suffer from prolonged dry spells. Here are the star forwards currently enduring the longest goal droughts, measured by the number of games since their last goal.
Thiago Almada – Lyon (16 Games)
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The highly-rated Argentine midfielder has struggled to make an impact in front of goal at Lyon. Almada’s vision and technical skills remain impressive, but his inability to find the back of the net is starting to become a concern for both club and country.
Alberto Moleiro – Las Palmas (16 Games)
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One of Spain’s most exciting young prospects, Moleiro has been unable to register a goal in his last 16 matches. His playmaking ability and dribbling are still evident, but he needs to add goals to his game to truly establish himself as a top attacking midfielder.
Mount’s move to Manchester United has not gone as planned, with injuries and inconsistency limiting his impact. Although he contributes to build-up play, his goal drought is becoming a growing issue for a team that needs more attacking output from midfield.
The versatile Brazilian forward has been an important player for Porto, but his scoring touch has disappeared. While his pace and dribbling remain assets, 18 games without a goal is an alarming statistic for an attacking player in a team competing at a high level.
Rasmus Højlund – Manchester United (19 Games)
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After arriving at Old Trafford with high expectations, Højlund has found life in the Premier League difficult. Despite his excellent movement and work ethic, he has failed to score in his last 19 games, putting pressure on both himself and United’s attack.
Raheem Sterling – Chelsea (19 Games)
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Sterling was once one of the most prolific wingers in the Premier League, but his finishing has let him down this season. His runs in behind and dribbling ability are still present, but 19 matches without a goal is a worrying sign for Arsenal’s attacking struggles.
Alejandro Garnacho – Manchester United (22 Games)
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Garnacho has been a bright spark for Manchester United, but his lack of end product is becoming a concern. His ability to beat defenders is unquestionable, but a 22-game goal drought highlights the need for improvement in his finishing.
The South Korean midfielder has found it difficult to make an impact at PSG, where competition for attacking spots is fierce. While he remains a creative presence, his lack of goals over the last 23 games raises questions about his role in the team’s attacking setup.
Geovany Quenda – Sporting CP (28 Games)
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Quenda has yet to establish himself as a reliable goal scorer at Sporting CP, and his 28-game drought reflects that struggle. Despite flashes of talent, he needs to improve his finishing to secure a more prominent role in the team’s attacking plans.
Jesper Lindstrøm – Everton (75 Games)
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At the top of the list, Jesper Lindstrøm’s goal drought is staggering. The Danish attacker has gone an astonishing 75 games without scoring for Everton, an almost unheard-of statistic for an attacking player. If he is to secure his future at the club, ending this drought must be his top priority.
