The UEFA Europa League has witnessed some of the most clinical goal scorers in European football history. From dramatic group stage clashes to unforgettable knockout rounds, these ten players have made their mark with an impressive tally of goals in the competition. Here are the top scorers in Europa League history, based solely on goals scored from the group stage to the final.
10. Óscar Cardozo – 20 goals
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The Paraguayan striker was a consistent threat in front of goal for Benfica, especially during the 2009/10 season when he netted nine goals. Cardozo twice reached the final with the Portuguese side but was unlucky to fall short on both occasions.
9. Edin Džeko – 21 goals
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Džeko was a reliable presence up front for clubs like Wolfsburg, Manchester City, and Roma. His most prolific campaign came in 2016/17 with eight goals, showcasing his ability to lead the line on the European stage.
Gameiro is not only among the top scorers but also one of the most successful, winning the Europa League four times with Sevilla and Atlético Madrid. He scored vital goals in several campaigns, including the 2016 final where he found the net.
The Israeli striker proved his worth with Salzburg and later with Sevilla, where he won the competition in 2020. Dabbur’s standout campaign was in 2018/19, scoring eight goals in ten appearances for the Austrian side.
6. Alexandre Lacazette – 26 goals
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Lacazette delivered consistent performances for Lyon and Arsenal in Europe. His most impactful seasons came in 2016/17 and 2018/19, where his goals were instrumental in his teams’ deep runs in the tournament.
5. Aritz Aduriz – 26 goals
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A true legend for Athletic Bilbao, Aduriz had a knack for scoring in Europe. He topped the scoring charts in 2015/16 with ten goals and remained a constant threat in multiple Europa League campaigns.
4. Bruno Fernandes – 27 goals
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Fernandes has shone in the competition for both Sporting CP and Manchester United. He was the top scorer in 2019/20 and helped lead United to the final in the 2024/25 campaign with another standout performance.
Lukaku has found the net with regularity for clubs like Everton, Inter, and Roma. He scored eight goals for Everton in 2014/15 and played a major role in Inter’s 2020 run to the final, as well as Roma’s deep 2023/24 campaign.
2. Radamel Falcao – 30 goals
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Falcao dominated the competition in the early 2010s, winning back-to-back titles with Porto and Atlético Madrid. His record 17-goal season in 2010/11 remains unmatched in a single Europa League campaign.
1. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – 34 goals
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Aubameyang became the all-time top scorer in the Europa League during the 2023/24 season with Marseille. He also starred for Dortmund and Arsenal, consistently delivering in Europe even if a trophy eluded him.
